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Severe Weather Alerts in Texas Hill Country

Emergency flash flood warnings and evacuation orders have been issued in various regions of the Texas Hill Country due to intense rainfall that has caused rivers and creeks to reach perilous levels, endangering homes, campgrounds, roads, and livestock. The National Weather Service has cautioned that water levels along the Nueces and Frio rivers, along with their tributaries, may escalate further into Wednesday evening as runoff continues downstream. Residents in areas susceptible to flooding are advised to seek higher ground and stay vigilant.

Flash Flood Emergencies Declared

A flash flood emergency has been announced for Boerne, lasting through Wednesday evening, following reports of up to 12 inches of rain in the vicinity, with additional precipitation anticipated. Local authorities have indicated that some residents are stranded and ongoing rescue efforts are in place, with warnings that neighborhoods typically not affected by flooding may also experience issues. Another emergency has been declared near D'Hanis, where Seco Creek is expected to rise enough to inundate homes with up to five feet of water, potentially reaching six feet if Parker Creek overflows.

Mandatory Evacuations in Effect

Mandatory evacuation orders have been issued for certain residents in Uvalde, with officials cautioning that more evacuations might be necessary as river levels continue to rise. The Uvalde Police Department has advised residents living near the Leona River to evacuate voluntarily and has encouraged others to prepare for possible evacuation. In Zavala County, residents near the Nueces River have been warned to brace for flooding as the river is projected to crest at historic levels. Evacuation orders have also been placed for RV parks along the Medina River in Bandera County, which is expected to rise nearly 14 feet. Officials in Boerne have urged residents near Cibolo Creek in the Heart of Boerne, Evergreen, Yolana, and West San Antonio Avenue to either evacuate voluntarily or prepare to shelter in place. River Road has been closed in all directions.

Ongoing Rescue Operations Amid Rising Waters

As of Wednesday morning, at least 25 individuals had been rescued in Uvalde County, with rescue operations still in progress. A shelter has been established at the Uvalde County Fairplex for those displaced by the flooding. Forecasters have also warned of hazardous flooding conditions along the Sabinal, Frio, and Nueces rivers. The Frio River at Concan is expected to generate powerful flows that could sweep away RVs, vehicles, and camping gear, while flooding near Uvalde poses a risk of trapping livestock and flooding farmland. Further downstream, the Nueces River near Crystal City is anticipated to cause extensive lowland flooding, threatening homes, roads, fencing, and livestock. Additionally, the City of New Braunfels has temporarily closed the Comal River to recreational activities, urging residents to avoid flooded roads, heed barricades, and stay updated on emergency information as more rain is forecasted.