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Gillespie County Judge Daniel Jones issued a disaster declaration Thursday morning following significant flooding across the Perdanales River Basin.  More than 30 rescues were conducted Thursday morning, between 5-9 a.m. by emergency responders from Fredericksburg and other local agencies. Gillespie County says the main area of impact was near Highway 16 South and Morris-Tivydale Road, around 10 miles south of Fredericksburg.  Initial assessments show flood damage to roadways in several […]

For those affected by the floods, there are emergency shelters and resources available across the region. KERR COUNTY Flooding in the Guadalupe River prompted Hunt, Ingram, Kerrville and Center Point to coordinate shelters for those displaced or in need of reunification.  Shelters: ~Cavalry Temple, 3000 TX-534 Loop in Kerrville ~City West Church, 3139 Junction Highway in Ingram ~Center Point ISD Gymnasium, 215 China St. in Center Point Additional updates in […]

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said the state has deployed more than 1,300 employees from more than 30 agencies as dangerous flooding continues across Texas, with hundreds of vehicles, boats and aircraft sent to assist in rescue and response efforts.  Abbott met with state officials to provide an update on the state's response.  He said more than 800 vehicles, 75 boats and 20 aircraft have been deployed, and that the top […]

The Kerrville Police Department worked throughout the night monitoring water levels in the Guadalupe and feeder creeks, and assessing roadway conditions across the city.  Multiple streets have some sort of flood-related debris in them, including gravel, loose rocks and more, according to KPD.  It is highly recommended to drive with caution while cleanup work continues. Roadway updates include: ~Alpine Dr. Crossing - Rock debris in the roadway, but passable. ~Fourth […]

Significant flash flooding continues to impact the Hill Country, with Boerne and Kendall County among the hardest-hit areas after several rounds of heavy rainfall since Monday.  Forecasters warn that while rain coverage and intensity are expected to decrease into the evening, the threat of heavy downpours and flash flooding has not ended.  Some safety tips for you and your family include: ~Have a flood safety plan in place. ~Charge your […]

A tornado hit part of San Antonio on Wednesday morning.  The National Weather Service issued a Tornado Warning for Bexar County about 8 a.m.  "Confirmed tornado crossing I-10 between The Dominion and Shavano Park," the NWS wrote in a post on X. The tornado touched down at approximately 8:15 a.m. in the area of Loop 1604 and I-10, and then crossed over into The Rim shopping district before continuing to […]

As rivers and creeks continue to rise in parts of the Hill Country, evacuations have begun.  In Boerne, residents living near Cibolo Creek in the Heart of Boerne, Evergreen, Yolana and West San Antonio Avenue areas are being urged to voluntarily evacuate now or prepare to shelter in place as water levels continue to rise.  Crews have closed River Road in all directions. The City of Boerne's Zoning Board of […]

The City of Boerne is experiencing a flooding emergency as rivers and creeks continue to rise.  The City has issued a "shelter in place" as of noon Wednesday. Boerne ISD is opening its central offices at 235 Johns Road for people needing a safe place to seek shelter.  Visitors are urged to enter off Lohmann Street and staff will be on-site to provide assistance.  The Patrick Heath Public Library is […]