Kerrville couple rescued as creek flooding traps them in their home.
A Kerrville homeowner is thankful to be alive after being rescued from her home as floodwaters rushed in Thursday morning.Valerie Fox and her husband have lived
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How new flood sirens and improved cell phone alerts performed in latest flooding
INGRAM, TEXAS - After last year's July 4th flood investigators concluded flood sirens needed to be installed, and cell phone alerts had to be improved.So, how d
Flooding damages Carrizo Springs water wells, prompting voluntary conservation request
Carrizo Springs urges residents and businesses to voluntarily conserve water after flooding impacted several city wells. Crews are assessing damage and making repairs, with updates to come as work continues.
Floodwaters carry federal border buoys down Rio Grande, CBP points to contractor
Orange border buoys swept down the flooded Rio Grande this week, forcing the temporary closure of Eagle Pass’ international bridges and rene
San Antonio announces tentative 3-year police labor deal Friday after six months of talks
San Antonio and the police union reached a tentative 3-year deal with major pay raises and strong benefits, costing $102.2M, plus revamped patrol schedules for peak calls. Union and City Council votes next.
Comal River reopens at 3 p.m. Friday; lifeguards return at 10 a.m. Saturday after flooding
New Braunfels reopened the Comal River after flood closures, but officials warn submerged debris may remain during cleanup. No lifeguards Friday due to late reopening; normal duty Saturday. River Acres Park open.
Texas Game Wardens rescue 147, evacuate 89 amid heavy rain and flooding across 9 counties
Texas Game Wardens expand flood response in 10 counties; aviation drops supplies to stranded Kerr County camps, while boats and helicopters conduct rescues/evacuations. As of July 17, 3 p.m.: 147 rescues, 89 evacuations.
JBSA identifies Dr. Kenneth Stuart, 76, as civilian killed in Lackland flash flood
JBSA officials identify Dr. Kenneth Stuart, 76, a 32-year federal civilian with the 57th Intelligence Squadron, as the victim of last weekend’s flash flood at Lackland. The incident remains under investigation.
Gov. Abbott issues major disaster declaration for 28 counties after flooding
Gov. Greg Abbott heads to Uvalde Friday for a storm and flash flood response update, joined by state and local emergency officials. Briefing at 2 p.m. is photo-only, followed by a 3 p.m. press conference.
OVERNIGHT ROAD CLOSURES: I-35 Northeast Expansion brings week of overnight lane reductions
I-35 Northeast Expansion brings overnight lane reductions July 20 to 26, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., plus a weekend southbound squeeze July 24 to 26. Expect delays near Frost Bank Center, Petroleum Dr, and George Beach Ave.
Top 10 Rainfall Reports Reveal the Epicenter of South-Central Texas Flooding
Historic Bexar County flooding: 13.90 inches near Boerne, 10+ inches along I-10, and 9.15 inches downtown San Antonio. Rain may ease, but Hill Country runoff could keep rivers rising and roads flooded.
Community Foundation expands flood relief efforts across Texas Hill Country
Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country launched a Flood Relief Fund for its 10-county region after recent flooding. Grants await damage assessments; donations are open for food, shelter and housing needs.
Kerr County officials credit preparedness as flood recovery continues
Kerr County officials credit preparedness as flood recovery continues
WANTED: Angel Hernandez sought on aggravated robbery warrants
San Antonio police and Crime Stoppers seek fugitive Angel Hernandez, wanted on two felony aggravated robbery warrants. A knife was used in a Market Street attack over New York Knicks gear. Reward up to $5,000.
Large water surge triggers evacuations in Crystal City
Floodwaters are surging through Uvalde County, prompting evacuations in Crystal City, Texas, officials say. Residents should follow orders, avoid flooded areas, and monitor emergency updates as conditions change.
POLL: What's behind back-to-back years of historic flooding in the Texas Hill Country?
POLL: What's behind back-to-back years of historic flooding in the Texas Hill Country?
FM 481 bridge collapses in flooded Uvalde County as DPS urges drivers to avoid area
Texas DPS warns drivers to avoid parts of Uvalde County after flooding collapsed the FM 481 bridge. Officials urge obeying closures as washed-out roads and bridges may be unstable. No timeline yet for reopening.
Driver sought after deadly hit-and-run on U.S. Highway 90
San Antonio police seek a hit-and-run driver after a pedestrian was killed on U.S. 90 near Loop 1604. Debris suggests a red 2022-2025 Nissan Sentra with left-front damage and a missing driver-side mirror.
U.S. Highway 90 reopens between Uvalde and San Antonio; delays expected near Knippa
U.S. Highway 90 reopens between Uvalde and San Antonio after flood closure, but delays remain near Knippa and Sabinal as crews repair damage. The shutdown triggered major detours adding about 3.5 hours.
More than 30 rescued in Gillespie County as Pedernales River floods Texas Hill Country
Emergency crews carried out more than 30 rescues in Gillespie County on Thursday as floodwaters from the Pedernales River swept through the Texas Hill Country,
Lavaca County judge dies by suicide after prostitution, sexual assault charges
Lavaca County JP Travis Hill, arrested on felony charges including compelling prostitution and sexual assault, died by suicide after law enforcement found him in remote Gonzales County. Texas Rangers’ probe continues.
Families forced to flee as Guadalupe River rises rapidly in Comfort
Kendall County officials urged Comfort residents to avoid flooded crossings as the Guadalupe River rose 4 feet in 30 minutes, triggering sirens and mandatory evacuations. Peak flow reached 200,000 cfs, topping last year.
Dog dies in possible arson fire at Northwest Side duplex
Fire investigators are looking into possible arson after an early morning duplex fire on San Antonio's Northwest Side. Everyone escaped safely, but one dog died. No injuries were reported.
Flash Flood Warning in effect in Uvalde, Edwards and Real counties
Flash Flood Warning: Uvalde County until 7 a.m.; Bandera, Kerr & Real until 3:45 a.m. Storms ease overnight, but saturated ground keeps flooding risk high after 5–25+ inches of rain.
Texas expands flood response as Abbott warns of more life-threatening rain
Gov. Greg Abbott said protecting lives remains the state’s top priority as life-threatening flooding continues.
About a hundred border buoys moving downstream after flooding near Eagle Pass
Hundreds of Border Buoys Moving Downstream After Flooding Near Eagle PassEAGLE PASS, Texas — Hundreds of floating border buoys are moving downstream after massi
Urgent evacuation advisory issued for Riverside RV Park as flooding hits City Park area
Bandera County Sheriff’s Office issues urgent evacuation advisory for Riverside RV Park as City Park flooding spreads. Water reported about 40 feet from the rear of the park. Officials warn conditions can change fast.
Comal County orders mandatory evacuations from FM 311 to county line due to flood risk
Comal County issues mandatory evacuation along the Guadalupe River from the county line at Guadalupe State Park to FM 311 due to flooding. Residents urged to leave now; shelter open at Spring Branch Middle School.
Timeline shows tornado warning came after EF-1 touched down near The Rim
A confirmed EF-1 tornado that moved through northwest San Antonio Wednesday morning was already on the ground for several minutes before the warning was issued
Mandatory evacuations ordered for residents in parts of Uvalde as flood risks climb
Mandatory evacuations in Quemado Valley and Normandy as floodwaters near U.S. Hwy 277. Maverick County opens shelters and transport from June Edwards Community Center. Officials: don’t drive on flooded roads.
Officials confirm first flood fatality in Uvalde after taillights seen in floodwaters
Uvalde County reports its first flood fatality: TX DPS Air Unit spotted a vehicle bobbing in floodwaters near US 83 and CR 400. A boat team confirmed a 74-year-old man dead after ignoring warnings.
Gov. Abbott addresses residents after deadly flooding across Central Texas
Abbott will brief and hold a 5 p.m. Thursday press conference in Austin on Texas’ response to severe storms and flash flooding, joined by emergency management and public safety leaders.
Breaking Down the Flood Threat: The next 48 hours
Heavy storms could flare again tonight west and NW of San Antonio, dumping 2 to 4 inches with isolated 8. Flood Watch runs to noon Friday as Guadalupe and Medina rivers rise, then a drier pattern arrives.
Flooding closes U.S. 90 near Knippa, causing major travel delays
Flooding has shut down U.S. Highway 90 both ways east of Knippa, stranding drivers and causing hour-long backups. Only emergency crews can pass. San Antonio to Del Rio detours via Laredo add 3.5 hours.
Three Bexar County parks close due to flooding, storm damage
Severe weather shuts down access at 3 Bexar County parks: Woodlake and Comanche Pavilion 3 blocked by low water crossings, while Gunn Family Coyote Dog Park is closed for tornado damage and debris cleanup.
Man spent 8 hours in porta-potty tank retrieving Mountain Dew bottle, company says
Kansas City’s strangest rescue: a man was trapped for hours in a portable toilet’s waste tank after a World Cup-related event, reportedly diving in for a dropped Mountain Dew bottle. Firefighters cut him out.
Texas Water Company issues boil water notice for dozens of communities
Texas Water Company issues boil water notice for dozens of communities
Wilson County residents advised to voluntarily evacuate amid severe weather
With flooding threatening parts of the area, Wilson County emergency officials are urging residents who feel unsafe to leave now.In a Facebook post at 2:36 p.m. Thursday, Wilson County Emergency Management and the fire
Rising rivers may close roads, potentially hindering emergency response in Dimmit County
Dimmit County issues flood alert as rivers rise. Residents near Midway Park Rd, Espantosa, FM 1433 and Soldier Slough warned of flooded roads, closures and possible emergency response delays.
LIVE: Flash Flood Warning in effect in Uvalde, Real, Bandera, and Kerr counties
Flood watch stays in effect for South Texas through Thursday evening as a third round of storms targets the western area. Forecasters warn of 5 to 10 inches of rain and flash flooding before conditions improve Friday.