…San Antonio Fire Department is actively searching for at least four additional victims.
The iNews Times brings you report of heavy flooding in San Antonio, Texas, resulting in at least 12 fatalities, with several people still reported missing as at Saturday.
The heavy downpours that hit the city on Thursday morning overwhelmed drainage systems, causing widespread flooding on roads pushing vehicles into a nearby creek bed.
According to local broadcaster KENS5, the San Antonio Fire Department is actively searching for at least four additional victims.
The death toll, which rose to 12 by Saturday morning, has left the community in shock and grief.
San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg expressed his condolences to the families affected by the tragedy.
“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,” he said in a post on X.
The mayor also took a moment to thank the city’s first responders and their families for their tireless efforts in the recovery operations.
“I want to personally thank our San Antonio first responders and their families for their sacrifices toward the recovery efforts,” he added.
The city’s emergency services have been working around the clock to rescue those stranded by the flash floods.
As of Friday, first responders had conducted over 70 water rescues and 16 high-water investigations since the flooding began.
These efforts highlight the severity of the situation and the dedication of the responders in saving lives.
The flooding in San Antonio is a stark reminder of the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, which scientists attribute to climate change driven by man-made fossil fuel emissions.
As the city begins the long process of recovery, many are left to wonder about the future implications of such events and the importance of addressing climate change.
For now, the focus remains on supporting the affected families and ensuring that those still missing are found safe and sound, iNews Times reports.
