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Flooding risk continues in La Salle County as Nueces River rises over 23 feet
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Samuel Rocha IV, Zaria Oates, Emilio Sanchez, Pachatta Pope, Sal Salazar , KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 21, 2026
· 2 min read
A shelter-in-place was activated Tuesday for a campground west of Cotulla near KOA Lake, the La Salle County Fire Rescue said through a social media post. First responders are urging residents near the KOA Campground to be aware of the mandatory shelter-in-place notice. The urgency comes after wa...
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Summary created by The San Antonio Editorial Desk — automated, rule-governed Original reporting Samuel Rocha IV, Zaria Oates, Emilio Sanchez, Pachatta Pope, Sal Salazar, KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Original story Read at the source Source published Jul 21, 2026 Indexed here Jul 22, 2026 AI assistance Automated summary drawn from the source’s own published text Prepublication human review No — editorial rules, flagged-item review, and published samples
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Key takeaway The National Weather Service said the river rose to 24 feet at 10 a.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The flooding risk in La Salle County has significant implications for San Antonio residents who frequently travel to the Hill Country for outdoor recreation. With the Nueces River expected to remain at major flood stage heading into the weekend, those planning trips to the area should exercise extreme caution and stay informed about road closures and evacuation orders. The color-coded alert system implemented by La Salle County officials provides a useful tool for residents and visitors to gauge the level of risk and take necessary precautions. San Antonio's proximity to La Salle County also means that local emergency responders may be called upon to assist with flood relief efforts, potentially diverting resources away from the city. As the situation unfolds, San Antonio residents should monitor updates from the La Salle County Fire Rescue and the National Weather Service to stay aware of the flooding risk and any potential impacts on the city.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A shelter-in-place was activated Tuesday for a campground west of Cotulla near KOA Lake, the La Salle County Fire Rescue said through a social media post. First responders are urging residents near the KOA Campground to be aware of the mandatory shelter-in-place notice. The urgency comes after wa...
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