News Summary
A devastating flash flood in San Antonio has resulted in the loss of at least 13 lives, with two individuals still missing. The flooding was caused by intense rainfall, which led to rapid water rise and multiple vehicle incidents. Rescue efforts have been significantly challenged, with emergency responders working to navigate dangerous conditions. As the city begins to assess future preventative measures, the community grapples with the tragedy and seeks improvements in disaster preparedness and emergency response.
San Antonio
At least 13 people have lost their lives due to catastrophic flash flooding that struck San Antonio, Texas, over the weekend. The flooding, triggered by intense rainfall on June 11-12, has also left two individuals unaccounted for as rescue efforts continue.
The National Weather Service reported that parts of San Antonio received five to eight inches of rain overnight, leading to “sudden fast rising water.” Authorities confirmed that multiple vehicles were swept away by floodwaters, particularly around the intersection of Loop 410 and Perrin Beitel Road. In response to the emergency, the San Antonio Fire Department (SAFD) reported over 70 calls for water rescues on June 12 alone. The flood-related incidents began around 4:15 a.m. local time, as severe weather rapidly deteriorated conditions across the area.
Incidents involving stranded motorists were particularly alarming. Fifteen vehicles were believed to have been carried from an access road into a nearby creek, with some victims found deceased in their cars. Reports indicate that several individuals were swept off the interstate access road as they attempted to navigate through the hazardous environment. The majority of rescues involved assisting drivers from stalled vehicles, with a small number occurring in swift waters.
The floodwaters impacted numerous locations throughout San Antonio, forcing road closures and prompting the city to request that individuals refrain from driving in affected areas. Water levels were reported to have risen up to four feet in certain locations, creating dangerous conditions for residents. Of the rescue efforts undertaken, 10 individuals were saved from trees and bushes about a mile downstream from their entry point into the water; four of them required hospitalization for minor injuries.
The San Antonio city attorney’s office has requested to withhold recordings of 911 calls made by two of the victims who later drowned in the flood. Meanwhile, efforts to assess the causes of the flooding have begun, with the city hiring Kleinfelder, a national engineering firm, to investigate the incident and propose preventative measures for the future.
The San Antonio flooding incident is part of broader severe weather concerns in Texas, with reports of similar flooding in locations including Matagorda County, which has declared a disaster due to adverse weather conditions. The flooding in San Antonio was exacerbated by concurrent thunderstorms across the region, which have negatively affected homes and infrastructure beyond just the roads. As the situation develops, local officials have recognized previous requests for information relating to emergency response records linked to this disaster.
In the wake of this tragedy, emergency responders faced significant challenges navigating the tumultuous conditions. Police Chief William McManus characterized the event as “very, very tragic” and emphasized the dangerous circumstances that led to loss of life. As the search continues for the missing individuals, the community is grappling with the aftermath of this unprecedented flooding event, highlighting the urgent need for effective disaster preparedness and emergency response measures.
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