A 13-year-old boy died after flash floods wedged him into a storm drain in Mount Airy, Maryland, on Thursday, July 31. The teenager was identified as Mason Kearns. Kearns' family paid their respects to the child in an emotional tribute at the scene, but asked for privacy as they grieved.

The Mount Airy Police Department said the individual had become 'trapped' in the drain after getting caught up in the floodwaters

MOUNT AIRY, Md. (WJZ) – A family in Maryland is mourning the loss of a teen who died after becoming trapped in a storm drain. Bonnie Errico said her grandson, Mason Kearns, is being remembered for his bright personality, his smile and his love of playing outside.