Doug managed to grab a sturdy cedar post supporting their awning,

and with great effort, helped Elizabeth hold on beside him.

For four harrowing hours, they clung to the post as debris and buildings washed past,

the sound of rushing water described by Doug as “a freight train and a tornado fighting.”

Eventually, the floodwaters receded enough for the couple to stand on solid ground,

where rescue workers quickly arrived to provide medical aid. Despite minor injuries,

Doug and Elizabeth were grateful to have survived intact.

Though devastated by the loss of their home and belongings,

they found solace in the fact that Doug’s favorite guitar had miraculously survived in the attic crawl space.

Their story reflects the resilience of many affected by this catastrophic flood in Texas,

where the death toll continues to rise and entire communities are working to recover

. Amid tragedy