News Summary
San Antonio and Bexar County officials are urgently requesting state assistance following a devastating storm that resulted in 13 fatalities and extensive flooding. The storm brought over 7 inches of rain, inundating the area and causing major infrastructural damage. City leaders emphasize the need for immediate support for recovery efforts, while search and rescue operations continue to locate missing individuals swept away by the floodwaters. Collaborative efforts are underway to secure both state and federal aid as recovery begins.
San Antonio and Bexar County officials are urgently seeking state assistance following a devastating storm that claimed the lives of 13 people on June 12, 2025. The storm brought over 7 inches of rain, which resulted in extensive flooding across the area. This situation has prompted city and county leaders to formally request a disaster declaration from Texas Governor Greg Abbott.
The storm led to severe flooding that swept away more than a dozen vehicles into Beitel Creek. As emergency teams continue their search, crews are working tirelessly to locate and rescue individuals who have gone missing due to the floodwaters. Firefighters have initiated more than 70 rescues, primarily involving cars stalled in high water, and have encountered residents who were forced to climb trees to escape the rising waters.
In light of the disaster, outgoing Mayor Ron Nirenburg and County Judge Peter Sakai have reached out to the state for support, emphasizing that the situation calls for immediate assistance for cleanup efforts, infrastructural recovery, and plans to prepare for potential future storms. A joint disaster declaration has been issued in response to the flooding that struck on June 11 and 12.
In addition to the loss of life, the storm caused widespread power outages and extensive damage to roads, drainage systems, and various other infrastructures within the area. In response to the significant destruction, City Manager Erik Walsh has ordered an official investigation into the events surrounding the storm and its aftermath.
City and county leaders are actively coordinating their requests for assistance, preparing to provide documentation of the damage to support their plea for state-level intervention. Under current protocols, following a state declaration of disaster, Governor Abbott can submit a formal request for federal assistance to aid in recovery efforts.
Residents remain on high alert as search and rescue operations are carried out with the help of specialized search dogs dispatched to assist in locating missing persons. Emergency personnel continue to respond to reports of stranded individuals, prioritizing the safety of the community as they navigate the challenging conditions left in the storm’s wake.
The tragedy has brought significant attention to the region’s vulnerability to severe weather events, with many emphasizing the urgent need for improved infrastructure and storm preparedness measures. Local officials are expected to continue their advocacy for both immediate and long-term support in the wake of this tragic event.
The city and county remain united in their efforts to provide assistance and support to the affected residents while honoring the memory of those who lost their lives in the storm. As the community begins to recover and rebuild, officials stress the importance of collaboration between local, state, and federal agencies to ensure that such tragedies are mitigated in the future.
As San Antonio and Bexar County navigate this challenging time, the outlook for recovery will depend largely on the response from state and federal authorities, as well as the resilience of the community in the face of adversity.
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