San Antonio TX, October 25, 2025
News Summary
City officials and emergency agencies in San Antonio are mobilizing resources in anticipation of heavy rainfall and potential flash flooding this weekend. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until early Saturday morning, with local businesses and non-profits working to protect vulnerable populations. The community is reminded to stay informed, prepare emergency plans, and avoid flooded roadways. Past flooding events, including a devastating incident last summer, highlight the importance of preparedness and improved infrastructure.
San Antonio — City officials and emergency agencies are preparing for heavy rainfall and the possibility of flash flooding as storms approach this weekend. Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 3 AM Saturday, with a Flood Watch until 1 PM Saturday. State, county and city teams are mobilizing resources and coordinating outreach to protect vulnerable residents and maintain critical services.
Immediate situation and alerts
State and local officials are closely monitoring weather conditions and are ready to respond as necessary. Meteorological updates forecast a mix of rain and sun with scattered thunderstorms likely through the weekend. Emergency managers have issued watches to alert the public to the potential for rapidly changing conditions and localized flooding.
Preparedness and response actions
Local businesses and non-profits, including the Haven for Hope and the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), are preparing for incoming storms this weekend. TDEM is mobilizing resources including helicopters and swift water rescue teams, ready for deployment in response to flooding. TDEM confirms they have resources on standby and urge residents to stay informed and safe as weather conditions evolve.
Haven for Hope plans to have outreach teams on the ground to inform homeless populations about the storms. Terrell and Kimara King, owners of ‘Momma Luvs Soul Food & Caribbean’, shared their personal experiences of the previous flooding, expressing concern for the safety of vulnerable populations, including homeless individuals, during the storms. Local organizations and shelter providers are coordinating messaging and logistics to assist people who may have limited options for safety and shelter.
TDEM’s Media and Communications Chief, Wes Rapaport, emphasizes the importance of public awareness regarding road conditions during possible flooding. Local officials are urging drivers to avoid flooded roadways and to follow guidance from authorities on closures and detours. Local officials stress the importance of citizens having emergency plans in place and being aware of their responsibilities in the event of severe weather.
Resources and operational readiness
Emergency resources being staged include personnel trained in swift water rescue, aviation assets for search and rescue and transport, and coordinated ground teams for outreach and damage assessment. State and local emergency operations centers are in increased readiness posture to track incidents and deploy assets where needed.
Community concerns and past impacts
The community remains sensitive to the risk of flooding due to a major event this past summer. The June 12 floods, which killed 13 people, saw over 6.3 inches of rain in a single day, representing a historical weather event for San Antonio. That event caused loss of life, property damage and demonstrated vulnerabilities in infrastructure and response systems.
Previous flooding incidents have highlighted the need for improved infrastructure and emergency response preparedness in the region. City officials are calling for equitable infrastructure investments to better address flood prevention and safety measures. Council members emphasize that infrastructure should be prioritized over new projects as the community prepares for future storm challenges.
What residents should know and do
- Monitor official weather updates and local emergency alerts through city and state channels.
- Avoid driving through flooded roadways and follow posted closures.
- Review and update household emergency plans, including communication and meeting points.
- Be aware of outreach plans for vulnerable populations and contact local social service providers if assistance is needed.
Outlook
Forecasts indicate scattered storms may continue through the weekend with periods of heavy rain. Officials reiterate that conditions can change rapidly and that people should act on official watches and warnings. State and local agencies remain on alert and prepared to respond as conditions evolve.
FAQ
What watches are currently in effect?
Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 3 AM Saturday, with a Flood Watch until 1 PM Saturday.
What resources is TDEM mobilizing?
TDEM is mobilizing resources including helicopters and swift water rescue teams, ready for deployment in response to flooding.
What are local businesses and non-profits doing?
Local businesses and non-profits, including the Haven for Hope and the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), are preparing for incoming storms this weekend.
What will Haven for Hope do during the storms?
Haven for Hope plans to have outreach teams on the ground to inform homeless populations about the storms.
What happened during the June 12 floods?
The June 12 floods, which killed 13 people, saw over 6.3 inches of rain in a single day, representing a historical weather event for San Antonio.
What should residents do to prepare?
Local officials stress the importance of citizens having emergency plans in place and being aware of their responsibilities in the event of severe weather.
What has TDEM confirmed about readiness?
TDEM confirms they have resources on standby and urge residents to stay informed and safe as weather conditions evolve.
What are council members urging regarding infrastructure?
Council members emphasize that infrastructure should be prioritized over new projects as the community prepares for future storm challenges.
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Watches | Severe Thunderstorm Watch and Flood Watch active for portions of the weekend. |
| Major agencies | Haven for Hope, Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), local government and non-profits coordinating response. |
| On-the-ground actions | Outreach teams, readiness of helicopters and swift water rescue teams, staging of emergency personnel. |
| Community priorities | Protecting vulnerable populations, improving infrastructure, emergency planning for residents. |
Timeline
| Date / Time | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| This weekend (ongoing) | Incoming storms and scattered thunderstorms likely | State and local officials monitoring |
| Until 3 AM Saturday | Severe Thunderstorm Watch | Official watch bulletin |
| Until 1 PM Saturday | Flood Watch | Official watch bulletin |
| June 12 (past event) | Major flooding event | The June 12 floods, which killed 13 people, saw over 6.3 inches of rain in a single day |
Statistics and Visuals
Known figures from the June 12 event:
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Additional Resources
- Fox San Antonio
- Wikipedia: San Antonio Floods
- News 4 San Antonio
- Google Search: San Antonio Storm Preparation
- Fox Weather
- Google Scholar: Flash Flooding Texas
- Express News
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Texas Flood Preparation
- The New York Times
- Google News: San Antonio Weather
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