One person was killed Friday after their vehicle was swept away by flood waters along Bell Springs Road near Dripping Springs.

Michael Brandon Hurlbut, 55, of Dripping Springs, was identified as the victim, according to authorities. Hurlbut’s body was located early May 4 along Barton Creek and away from his vehicle.

Hays County Sheriff Gary Cutler said Hurlbut made a phone call last night to a family member before disappearing. Culter said Hurlbut was concerned by the rapidly rising water be...