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Tubers reported missing on Frio River found safe; Officials warn river still dangerous
By Andrea K. Moreno at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 19, 2026
· 1 min read
Tubers reported missing on the Frio River on Saturday have been found safe, according to the Concan Volunteer Fire Department. Concan Fire & EMS and partner agencies were searching for individuals who went tubing and did not return, the agency said in a Facebook post.Officials are urging the publ...
Key takeaway On Saturday, officials said the river was flowing at around 1,900 cubic feet per second, making it unsafe for any recreational activity.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The Frio River's swift currents pose a significant threat to San Antonio area residents and visitors who flock to the waterway for recreation. With the river flowing at 1,900 cubic feet per second, the dangers of tubing and other water activities are all too real. The Concan Volunteer Fire Department's warning to stay off the river is a crucial one, as the fast-moving water can quickly turn a fun outing into a life-threatening emergency. As the community breathes a sigh of relief that the missing tubers were found safe, it's a stark reminder that the Frio River's conditions can change rapidly, catching even experienced swimmers and tubers off guard. The fact that officials are still urging caution and asking people to avoid the river altogether suggests that the waterway will remain a major concern for public safety in the coming days.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Tubers reported missing on the Frio River on Saturday have been found safe, according to the Concan Volunteer Fire Department. Concan Fire & EMS and partner agencies were searching for individuals who went tubing and did not return, the agency said in a Facebook post.Officials are urging the publ...
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