At least 10 people have died and several others remain missing after severe flooding swept through the San Antonio area in Texas, prompting dozens of water rescues and urgent recovery efforts, local authorities confirmed on Friday.
The region was hit by widespread flash flooding following intense storms from Wednesday into Thursday. San Antonio officials warned that flood risks remain a concern as water levels continue to fluctuate.
The worst of the fatalities occurred in northeast San Antonio, particularly near Loop 410 and Salado Creek, where 15 vehicles were swept off the road, according to San Antonio Police Chief William McManus.
“Our hearts are with the families of those we’ve lost to this week’s flash floods and the families who continue searching for their loved ones,” said San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg in an official statement. “I want to personally thank our San Antonio first responders and their families for their sacrifices toward the recovery efforts.”
The San Antonio Fire Department continued searching for at least four additional victims as of Friday afternoon. Officials noted that emergency teams had already conducted over 70 water rescues and responded to 16 high-water investigations since the flooding began.
Local authorities urge residents to remain cautious and avoid flood-prone areas, as additional rainfall could exacerbate hazardous conditions in the coming days.
–Input WAM
