Radar-Confirmed Tornado Touches Down Near San Antonio Amid Flash Flooding
Radar-Confirmed Tornado Touches Down Near San Antonio Amid Flash Flooding
US · Published Jul 16, 2026
A radar-confirmed tornado was observed near Interstate 10 in San Antonio, Texas, during the Wednesday morning rush hour (July 15, 2026).
The National Weather Service (NWS) in San Antonio confirmed the tornado, which was part of a larger storm system causing torrential rain and life-threatening flash flooding in the Texas Hill Country.

Impact & Risks

The tornado and associated severe weather pose significant risks to residents in northwest Bexar County and surrounding areas. The storm system is also delivering heavy rainfall, leading to flash flooding in the Texas Hill Country. Motorists on Interstate 10 and nearby roads are at risk from debris and hazardous driving conditions. The SPC has warned that the humid air near the surface could fuel further tornado activity, increasing the threat to life and property.

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