🌧️ Torrential Rains Bring Deadly Flash Flooding to San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas is San Antonio floods reeling after devastating flash floods claimed the lives of at least 11 people, with several more still missing as of Friday. The severe storms that struck Wednesday and Thursday caused creeks to overflow, turning streets into rivers and sweeping away vehicles.
According to BBC News, emergency responders have conducted over 70 water rescues, with four people hospitalized. Tragically, some never made it out alive.
🚨 Victims Identified: A Community in Mourning
Three of the victims were identified by officials: Martha De La Torre Rangel, Matthew Angel Tufono, and Victor Manuel Macias Castro. They were found in their submerged vehicles in the Perrin Beitel neighborhood early Thursday morning as rainwater overwhelmed the area San Antonio floods.
Rescue operations remain active, with the San Antonio Fire Department deploying K9 units and statewide search teams. Four individuals are still missing, and authorities say the death toll may rise San Antonio floods.
📞 “I Was on the Phone When It Happened”: One Wife’s Devastating Account
Angel Richards, whose husband Stevie is among the missing, shared her anguish in an interview with CBS affiliate KENS 5.
“It’s hard because I was on the phone when this happened… No one can say to me, ‘Hey, this is what’s going on.’”
Her husband was on his way to work when floodwaters swept over his car. His fate remains unknown.
🗣️ Leaders React with Sympathy and Resolve
San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg posted a message on X, formerly Twitter, expressing condolences:
“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.”
Congressman Joaquin Castro called the event a “tragedy” and offered prayers for those impacted, vowing that San Antonio would remain united in the aftermath.
📍 The Storm’s Impact: Cars Flipped, Homes Damaged, Lives Upended
Photos and videos circulating from the Perrin Beitel area show cars flipped upside down and submerged in water. Some vehicles appear to have rolled multiple times. Streets resemble lakes, and the damage stretches across northeast San Antonio.
Emergency officials continue urging residents to avoid driving through floodwaters — a common but dangerous mistake during flash floods. “Turn around, don’t drown,” remains the message.
🛠️ What’s Next: Search & Recovery Continue
With rain easing but flood levels still high in some areas, the search for missing persons continues into the weekend. The fire department warns that recovery operations may take several days.
Community groups, local churches, and shelters are stepping in to support families who’ve lost homes or loved ones. Volunteers are also offering emotional support to those impacted by the tragedy.
🙏 Final Thoughts: A City’s Sorrow, A Nation’s Wake-Up Call
As San Antonio mourns the victims of this deadly flood, many are left wondering how quickly life can be washed away by nature’s fury. The heartbreaking stories of lives lost — and of loved ones still waiting for news — have gripped the nation.
With the climate crisis increasing the frequency of such events, this disaster may be a call for stronger infrastructure, better flood response, and heightened public awareness.
Our thoughts are with every family and first responder impacted in San Antonio.
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