Updated
Updated · KSAT San Antonio · Jul 17
Comal County Orders Guadalupe River Evacuation From State Park to FM 311
Updated
Updated · KSAT San Antonio · Jul 17

Comal County Orders Guadalupe River Evacuation From State Park to FM 311

3 articles · Updated · KSAT San Antonio · Jul 17

Summary

  • Comal County on Thursday issued a mandatory evacuation for residents along the Guadalupe River from the county line at Guadalupe State Park to FM 311.
  • River flooding triggered the order, and the county told people in the affected area to leave immediately with family members, pets and essential medications.
  • Spring Branch Middle School at 21053 TX-46 in Spring Branch was opened as a shelter for evacuees.
  • Residents unable to evacuate or needing help were directed to call 911 as South Texas flooding continued to disrupt communities.

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