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Reported tornado causes extensive damage at Northwest Side apartment complex, city says
By Katrina Webber, Erica Hernandez, Azian Bermea, Misael Gomez at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 15, 2026
· 1 min read
A Northwest Side apartment complex sustained significant damage after a reported tornado touched down Wednesday morning, a City of San Antonio spokesperson said. The reported tornado touched down at approximately 8 a.m. at The Oasis San Antonio apartments located in the 6000 block of UTSA Bouleva...
Key takeaway The reported tornado touched down at approximately 8 a.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The damage at The Oasis San Antonio apartments is a stark reminder of the vulnerability of multifamily housing to severe weather events. With many residents now in the process of being relocated, the city's response will be crucial in ensuring their immediate needs are met. The fact that no injuries were reported is a relief, but the significant damage to the apartment's roof and the torn-apart carport suggest a substantial disruption to the lives of those affected. As the city works to relocate residents, it will be important to monitor how quickly and effectively they can provide support and resources to those displaced. The proximity of the damaged apartment complex to UTSA Boulevard, a major thoroughfare, also raises questions about the potential impact on local traffic and commerce. As the situation unfolds, San Antonio residents will be watching to see how the city responds to the needs of those affected by this reported tornado.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A Northwest Side apartment complex sustained significant damage after a reported tornado touched down Wednesday morning, a City of San Antonio spokesperson said. The reported tornado touched down at approximately 8 a.m. at The Oasis San Antonio apartments located in the 6000 block of UTSA Bouleva...
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