- August 15, 2026
- Updated 2:17 am
Flash Floods and Tornado Hit Texas Amid Heavy Rainfall
Texas faced severe weather conditions on Tuesday and Wednesday, impacting San Antonio and surrounding areas. Roads turned into rivers, prompting emergency officials to rescue stranded residents.
Severe Weather Impacts
The heavy rainfall led to flash flood warnings and dangerous river levels across the state. The situation necessitated immediate evacuations as emergency responders worked tirelessly.
Uvalde County Rescues
In Uvalde County, Commissioner Roy Coachman reported 25 rescues by 9 a.m. local time on Wednesday. First responders focused on the northern region of Uvalde County. A dam remains intact upstream, but the Leona River is expected to surge an additional 15 feet, as per the Uvalde Police Department.
If you live along the Leona River, we ask that you get to higher ground.
Impact in Boerne
The National Weather Service declared a flood emergency in Boerne, north of San Antonio, with rainfall reaching up to 12 inches. Chris Shadrock, the city’s communications director, reported water covering Main Street, with ongoing high water rescues.