SAN ANTONIO — Severe thunderstorms struck parts of San Antonio and surrounding areas in late May 2026, causing flash flooding, widespread power outages and property damage across Bexar County, officials said.
Strong storms moved through South-Central Texas on the evening of May 26, 2026, bringing heavy rainfall, hail and gusty winds. Nearly 25,000 customers of CPS Energy lost power at one point, according to the utility's outage map. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain fell across much of Bexar County, leading to standing water on roadways.
The National Weather Service issued flash flood warnings and tornado warnings for portions of the San Antonio metro area during the event. Localized flooding affected urban streets and underpasses, with emergency responders managing multiple incidents of high water.
Similar rounds of thunderstorms have affected the region in early June 2026, with additional risks of heavy rain and localized flooding reported around June 5-6. The National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio office noted the potential for torrential downpours from moisture systems interacting in the area.
Residents reported damage from hail and wind, including impacts to vehicles and structures. Power restoration efforts continued overnight following the late May storms, though specific totals for property damage or insurance claims were not immediately available.
Texas has seen multiple severe weather episodes in spring and early summer 2026, prompting disaster declarations in various counties for earlier events. San Antonio officials have emphasized the importance of flood preparedness during the ongoing rainy season.
“Stay informed and avoid driving through flooded roads,” a local emergency management official advised residents in related briefings.
As of June 12, 2026, cleanup and recovery from the late May storms were ongoing in affected neighborhoods. Details on the full extent of damage or any additional federal assistance requests for the most recent events remain unclear. The National Weather Service continues to monitor for further thunderstorm activity in the coming days. City and county officials did not immediately respond to requests for updated figures.
