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Flash Flood Warning issued for Bexar County | Weather Impact Alert

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Flash Flood Warning issued for Bexar County | Weather Impact Alert

This week’s storms have brought much-needed rain to the Alamo City, along with hazards like hail and strong winds. SAN ANTONIO — Weather Impact Alert Days: The morning of Friday, May 30 The reason: Severe storms possible, with hail, strong winds and flooding. The breakdown After San Antonio was spared from severe weather Thursday, another line of storms is pushing its way into the metro early Friday—setting up another wet and potentially hazardous morning commute in…

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Room Service Vintage says goodbye to its patterned rugs after flood damage

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Room Service Vintage says goodbye to its patterned rugs after flood damage

Employees rushed in and out of Room Service Vintage carrying records, shelves, art, lamps and clothes to the sidewalk Thursday morning, a day after the shop flooded during a destructive storm. Following the store’s closing time, employees and vendors were gathered for a regular meeting when the storm hit and water began to rise. “We were wading through it, all the carpets were squishy,” store manager Cristin Cornal said. “We had like 10 people trying…

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Houston braces for hurricane season 2025 — but will the power really stay on?

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Houston braces for hurricane season 2025 — but will the power really stay on?

CenterPoint donates generator to Northeast Houston center as hurricane season looms. HOUSTON — Hurricane season begins on Sunday — and it’s bringing another round of uncertainty as many wonder whether electricity and infrastructure will hold up. CenterPoint says they’ve listened to those concerns and have taken action. The company donated a generator to the Northeast Multi-Service Center near Tidwell and Homestead. Some who live in Rosewood say the generator is great, but trees still crowd…

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Room Service Vintage forced to close for days due to flooding

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Room Service Vintage forced to close for days due to flooding

An employee with the store said they did have to throw out some merchandise, and all the carpet had to be ripped out. AUSTIN, Texas — A popular, long-time Austin vintage store is dealing with damage after strong storms moved through Wednesday night. Rob Kuzmicki, an employee at Room Service Vintage on North Loop Boulevard, said staff members were having a meeting when the power went out Wednesday. They still had their meeting – but then…

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LIVE: City of Austin leaders provide update on severe weather damage recovery

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LIVE: City of Austin leaders provide update on severe weather damage recovery

The Texas Capitol and Austin’s airport were among the areas that dealt with damage following Wednesday’s storms. AUSTIN, Texas — Wednesday’s severe storms caused damage to various locations across the Austin area. Among the damage caused was to a roof at a gas station in North Austin, which collapsed on a number of vehicles below. According to the Austin Fire Department (AFD), the collapse happened at a station in the 7500 block of N. MoPac…

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Flash flood warning issued as powerful storms batter San Antonio

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Flash flood warning issued as powerful storms batter San Antonio

As strong storms struck San Antonio in the early morning hours on Wednesday, May 28, the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a weather alert for the area. From now until 9 a.m., San Antonio is under a flash flood warning. Many folks may have received an alert on their phones regarding the weather situation described as “life-threatening.” “This is dangerous and life-threatening situation. Do not attempt to travel unless you are fleeing an area subject to…

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KENS 5 viewers share video showing heavy rain and localized flooding in San Antonio

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KENS 5 viewers share video showing heavy rain and localized flooding in San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO — Heavy rains moved through the San Antonio area early Wednesday morning causing high water in a lot of places across the city notorious for flooding. KENS 5 viewers shared videos and photos showing the raging water that covered area roads in low water crossings. Hannah Snyder shared this video showing her street, Cypress Hollow off Henderson Pass, with the street covered in water and the drainage ditch filling up. The water was…

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'It does affect what we do deeply' | Magnolia nonprofit races to restore therapy programs after storm damage

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'It does affect what we do deeply' | Magnolia nonprofit races to restore therapy programs after storm damage

A storm has damaged Inspiration Ranch, impacting their therapy programs for people with special needs. MONTGOMERY, Texas — A Magnolia nonprofit that supports people with special needs and trauma is recovering after storms swept through the area. The organization is working to clean up so it can continue its summer services. Inspiration Ranch is known for its equine-assisted therapy programs for adults and children with special needs and trauma. However, in recent days, high winds…

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San Antonio residents capture dramatic hail and flash floods during Monday night storms

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San Antonio residents capture dramatic hail and flash floods during Monday night storms

KENS 5 viewers captured dramatic storm footage with hail and flooding across Bexar County and the Hill Country. SAN ANTONIO — Many of our KENS 5 viewers had their phones out as Monday night’s severe weather pushed through South Texas. We combed through many submissions to include in our shows. Mariel Allardyce provided this picture of hail from the far west side. The city’s northwest side also got some golf ball-sized hail according to Jaime…

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After years of flooding, Round Rock residents hopeful as new dam nears completion

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After years of flooding, Round Rock residents hopeful as new dam nears completion

“Every time it rains, we tense up and start watching the yard to see how high the water gets,” one resident said. ROUND ROCK, Texas — Flood-prone neighborhoods in Round Rock are set to receive much-needed protection as a major dam project along Lake Creek nears completion. According to the city, the dam is expected to provide flood relief for more than 1,000 homes in the area, addressing long-standing concerns from residents who have endured…

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With hurricane season days away, recent storms in the Houston area show why preparation matters

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With hurricane season days away, recent storms in the Houston area show why preparation matters

Entergy Texas conducts a full-scale response drill as hurricane season looms, aiming to ensure power stability after Houston’s recent storm outages. THE WOODLANDS, Texas — As hurricane season approaches, Entergy Texas is taking no chances, running a full-scale response drill on Tuesday to make sure crews are ready. The timing couldn’t be better after overnight’s strong storms knocked out power across parts of Houston. Monday night storms brought strong winds, resulting in damage, including a…

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Lemon-sized hail rains down on Texas Hill Country as severe weather continues

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Lemon-sized hail rains down on Texas Hill Country as severe weather continues

While the thunderstorms that rolled through the region Monday evening didn’t produce a funnel-shaped cloud, they did produce hail, lightning shows and some flooding that made for a wild end to the Memorial Day weekend for residents in Gillespie and Kendall counties. The area is facing a severe thunderstorm threat again on Tuesday, May 27. One of the biggest concerns from these storms is their potential to produce hail capable of causing property damage. On Monday…

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How Texas is preparing for possible severe weather across the state

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How Texas is preparing for possible severe weather across the state

Gov. Abbott directed the state’s emergency management to activate emergency response resources. AUSTIN, Texas — With severe weather expected to sweep across parts of Texas this week, Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources in preparation for severe storms and flooding. “Texas stands ready to deploy all necessary resources to support Texans as severe storms move across our state that will bring potential flash…

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Gov. Abbott directs emergency managers to get resources ready for possible severe weather

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Gov. Abbott directs emergency managers to get resources ready for possible severe weather

Gov. Abbott directed the state’s emergency management to activate emergency response resources. AUSTIN, Texas — With severe weather expected to sweep across parts of Texas this week, Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources in preparation for severe storms and flooding. “Texas stands ready to deploy all necessary resources to support Texans as severe storms move across our state that will bring potential flash…

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Austin area faces tornado, thunderstorm risk Monday afternoon and evening

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Austin area faces tornado, thunderstorm risk Monday afternoon and evening

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for the Austin area until 10 p.m. The watch includes Travis, Hays, Burnet, Comal and several other counties in Central Texas. A tornado watch is in place from Central into South-Central Texas through 10 pm. This includes Austin and San Antonio. A couple of tornadoes are possible, along with scattered large to very large hail, scattered damaging wind gusts of 60-70+ mph. #txwx pic.twitter.com/qoE7EctMGz — NWS…

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