Please Help Me: These 22 Texas Teens Went Missing In August

In Texas, the problem of missing children happens more than we'd like to admit. Every month, numerous teens go missing for various reasons. It's a horrible situation that no family should go through.

One organization doing good work in this arena is the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). They are a vital resource for families and law enforcement agencies. When a child goes missing, time means everything. The faster the action, the better the chances are of bringing the child home safely.

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NCMEC helps out by providing free support, like distributing missing child posters, sharing knowledge on how to handle the situation, and even assisting different police agencies. They also offer resources to help parents and kids alike understand the risks and how to stay safe.

Getting the information out there is key. Below are those who have been reported missing since August 1st. Have you seen any of these missing teens?

LOOK: THESE 22 TEXAS TEENS WENT MISSING IN AUGUST

Jaidyn Alexis Amiot

Donte Anderson

Payton Leigh Birdwell

Aanieyah Janae Burleson

Marissa Childress

Karmelo Cooks

Raven Alyssa Fread

Alexis Fuentes

Maurchelle Etricia Green

Fayth Jaylen Hernandez

Lilianna Guadalupe Hernandez

Ta'Sean Hill

Leticia Vanessa Munoz

Katherine Allen Noblitt

Josie Aracely Padron

Frank Rivera

Abriana Reyna Rodriguez

Nevaeh Marie Sanchez

Madison Leigh Shelton

Emily Reese Sims

Jaylah Ahyana Veal

Sky Zaciel Whirl

So, what can you do to help? The best way is to stay informed and educate your kiddos on safety rules. The NCMEC website has many resources that can be shared with family and friends.

If you're ever in the devastating situation of having a missing child, organizations like the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children are ready to help.