Father-of-three’s final heartbreaking words to his kids and fiancé before dying in devastating floods

The last words of a hero father who saved his fiancé and children before dying in the devastating Texas flash floods have been revealed.

Heavy rain began to fall in the predawn hours of July 4, causing the Guadalupe River to burst its banks and devastate the surrounding areas.

At least 82 people are confirmed to have died in central Texas, including 27 people from a local all-girls Christian summer camp - Camp Mystic.

One of those from the local area who tragically lost their lives was father-of-three Julian Ryan, 27, after flood waters burst into his family’s home in Ingram.

Heartbreakingly sharing his last words, Julian’s fiancée Christina Wilson recalled: "He looked at me, the kids, and his mother and said, 'I'm sorry, I'm not going to make it. I love y'all'."

Speaking to KHOU, Christina went on to reveal how Julian saved her and their three children.

The heartbreaking final words Julian Ryan, who died in the Texas floods, have been revealed (GoFundMe)

She explained that they awoke to water surging into their home so quickly that it was up to their knees within 20 minutes.

Christina recalled: '[Water] just started pouring in, we had to fight the door to get it closed, tried to hold the door closed, just so that too much didn't come in.

“We ran back into the room and we started calling 911 but it just kept coming. We had no choice but to get out.”

Julian then heroically punched through a window to help his family escape to the room, however, the glass tore through his arm and left him severely injured.

Tragically, emergency responders were unable to reach them in time and Julian died from his wounds hours later.

Julian Ryan died saving his family from the devastating Texas flooding (GoFundMe)

A GoFundMe has since been set up to help the family, with its description reading: "Julian gave his life for his family, passing as a true hero. While his family is eternally grateful for his sacrifice, they are shattered by their loss.

"Julian was a beloved son, father, fiancé, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend to so many, and his sudden departure has left an unfillable void in all our lives.

“Julian was a cherished son and devoted parent and fiancé who was dedicated to his family. He was known to have an infectious laugh and unwavering kindness.

“He touched countless lives with his humor and will be deeply missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.”

The message continued: “This unimaginable tragic loss has left his mother, fiancé, brothers, and sister facing not only immense emotional pain but also significant unforeseen financial burden.

At least 82 people have died as a result of the mass flooding in Texas (Brandon Bell/Getty Images)

“We are hoping to help alleviate the unforeseen financial burdens that come with such a sudden tragedy.”

You can donate to the GoFundMe here.

As per Sky News, at least 41 people remain missing, including at least 10 young girls from Camp Mystic and one counsellor as rescue efforts continue.

The fast-moving waters rose 26 feet (eight metres) in just 45 minutes before daybreak on Friday, washing away homes and vehicles.

Torrential rains continued pounding communities outside San Antonio on Saturday and warnings and watches remained in effect, with Texans bracing for more flash flooding in the coming days.