Harvey storm death toll reaches 33

Ten people have been confirmed dead in several counties in Southeast Texas, with “23 additional deaths potentially Harvey-related,” according to Tricia Bentley of the Harris County Medical Examiner’s office.

Officials fear the death toll could rise further as floodwaters recede in the city of Houston and surrounding communities, which were inundated with record-breaking rainfall — as much as 52 inches (132 centimeters) in one location.

“I’m fearful that more will be found,” said Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, after the bodies of six family members — including four children under age 16 — were removed Wednesday from a van swept away by floodwaters.