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Severe Weather Alert Bexar County will have crews on standby throughout the night of Wednesday 4/17 and morning of Thursday 4/18 for possible severe weather. Residents should take necessary action and secure any loose objects such as lawn furniture, garbage cans, other outdoor items. If possible, remove any overhanging branches or roofing material before the storm arrives. Bexar County has taken the necessary steps to ensure the public safety of our roadways.  Stay Informed &…

An upper-level area of low pressure will move through the state on Wednesday allowing for another round of numerous showers and thunderstorms, some of which will be strong to severe.  Large hail, possibly as large as 2 inches in diameter, looks to be the primary threat. Severe storms producing damaging winds and isolated tornadoes will also be possible late Wednesday through the early morning hours of Thursday.  Heavy downpours could also trigger minor street and…

SAN ANTONIO — Thousands of San Antonians are still recovering from Saturday morning’s hail storm that left houses and vehicles battered. And with another severe weather threat looming for Wednesday evening, many residents are thinking about how to save themselves from the frustrations.  Thankfully, there are some innovative ideas you may not have thought of before to save your property from being peppered with dents.  KENS 5 News Director Jack Acosta loves his pickup truck,…

Tornadoes, “very large” hail and severe wind is possible Wednesday in South Central Texas, according to the National Weather Service. Tornadoes, “very large” hail and severe wind is possible Wednesday in South Central Texas, according to the National Weather Service. Photo: National Weather Service Photo: National Weather Service Image 1 of / 18 Caption Close Image 1 of 18 Tornadoes, “very large” hail and severe wind is possible Wednesday in South Central Texas, according to…

SAN ANTONIO — In ten short minutes, Phillip Hinojosa racked up thousands of dollars in damages. “I was like ‘holy moly!’” he said. “You could hear the hail hitting the side of the house. It just showed up and BAM – and left.” Hinojosa is one of the many property owners hit hard with hail Saturday morning. If he’s not careful, his repair bills could become even more costly. “I’ve received no less than eight…

ALTO, Texas — The small town of Alto in Cherokee County is beginning the cleanup process after tornadoes devastated the area on Saturday. Residents are currently in need of: Gatorade Sodas Chips (individual bags) Sanitizer wipes Hand sanitizer Water Toilet paper Paper towels  Storage totes Toothpaste  Toothbrushes  Deodorant  Soap Shampoo  Baby diapers  Wipes Baby bottles Hair brushes Dish soap Work gloves If you have access to chainsaws or tractors and are able to assist with…

ALTO, Texas — The small town of Alto in Cherokee County is beginning the cleanup process after tornadoes devastated the area on Saturday. Residents are currently in need of: Gatorade Sodas Chips (individual bags) Sanitizer wipes Hand sanitizer Water Toilet paper Paper towels  Storage totes Toothpaste  Toothbrushes  Deodorant  Soap Shampoo  Baby diapers  Wipes Baby bottles Hair brushes Dish soap Work gloves If you have access to chainsaws or tractors and are able to assist with…

SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Large hail and strong winds caused damage across Texas Saturday morning, with hail the size of golf balls and baseball raining down on parts of Bexar County. According to State Farm, hundreds of claims were reported in San Antonio and surrounding counties.  Anthony Ortiz, project manager for Compass Restorations, said their local company is trying to keep up with calls for free roof inspections. “So far, I have inspected nine homes…

Fast-moving storms brought heavy hail and lightning to parts of the San Antonio area early Saturday morning. Here’s a look at some video and photos of the hail stones that were sent to KSAT by viewers.  This is what a #hail storm sounds like from inside your house! pic.twitter.com/I3887udvEy — Tim Morrow 🐾 (@MananaZoo) April 13, 2019 Reminder to have and practice your emergency action plan for your family. #tornadowarning #hail pic.twitter.com/OndSLuElJX — Tim Morrow 🐾 (@MananaZoo)…

By Alison Medley and Jasper Scherer Updated 3:49 pm CDT, Saturday, April 13, 2019 Drone photos capture the wreckage after a tornado touched down in Franklin, Texas on Saturday, April 13, 2019. Drone photos capture the wreckage after a tornado touched down in Franklin, Texas on Saturday, April 13, 2019. Photo: Scott Engle Photo: Scott Engle Image 1 of / 30 Caption Close Image 1 of 30 Drone photos capture the wreckage after a tornado touched…

Click through for a look at when the National Weather Service expects the storm system to hit the San Antonio area. A look at radar simulation for Saturday morning at 3:00 a.m.Note: This is only one model and locations that see storms could vary. less Click through for a look at when the National Weather Service expects the storm system to hit the San Antonio area. A look at radar simulation for Saturday morning at…

SAN ANTONIO — About a 30-minute drive outside of San Antonio, hail larger than a quarter in size was coming down, a signal of the type of weather making its way through the region Saturday night.  KENS 5 Assistant News Director James Keith captured the hail coming down just north of New Braunfels. Not far to the northeast, a severe thunderstorm warning has been put into effect until 10 p.m.; the affected area includes San…

SAN ANTONIO — About a 30-minute drive outside of San Antonio, hail larger than a quarter in size was coming down, a signal of the type of weather making its way through the region Saturday night.  KENS 5 Assistant News Director James Keith captured the hail coming down just north of New Braunfels. Not far to the northeast, a severe thunderstorm warning has been put into effect until 10 p.m.; the affected area includes San…

Strong to severe thunderstorms possible for San Antonio area this weekend By Madalyn Mendoza, mySanAntonio.com Updated 5:29 pm CDT, Saturday, April 6, 2019 A Flash Flood Watch is in effect for portions of the Interstate 35 Corridor and Eastern Hill Country through Sunday afternoon. A Flash Flood Watch is in effect for portions of the Interstate 35 Corridor and Eastern Hill Country through Sunday afternoon. Photo: Courtesy National Weather Service Photo: Courtesy National Weather Service Image…

click to enlarge Shutterstock The City of San Antonio has for the first time opened a pop-up immigration resource center to respond to the surge of asylum seekers arriving from Central America, Texas Public Radio reports. The center is located in a storefront across from the downtown Greyhound Bus station, the arrival point for hundreds of families recently bused into the city by U.S. immigration authorities. Around 76,000 immigrants were apprehended by U.S. Customs and Border…