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Bexar County jail remains operating on generators after Friday night storm, BCSO says
Summary by Terrell Hills News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Christian Riley Dutcher, Daniela Ibarra , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· August 30, 2026
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Key points The Bexar County Sheriff's Office reports that the jail spent Saturday on generators due to a power outage. A jail is operating on backup power generators after a storm.
A jail is operating on backup power generators after a storm. The Bexar County Sheriff's Office reports that the jail spent Saturday on generators due to a power outage. The outage is one of many in the area, caused by the storm.
The sheriff's office is working to restore full power to the facility. In the meantime, measures are being taken to keep inmates cool, including issuing ice water and using large fans.
Further details about the situation and available resources are available from the source. The full impact of the storm and the status of the power outages can also be found through additional updates and lists of affected areas and businesses.
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Published: August 30, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
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