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“We didn’t know it would end up this way”: South Texas community grapples with flood’s aftermath
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Texas Tribune, Carlos Nogueras Ramos , KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 23, 2026
· 15 min read
Subscribe to The Y’all — a weekly dispatch about the people, places and policies defining Texas, produced by Texas Tribune journalists living in communities across the state. CHULA VISTA, CRYSTAL CITY — Gabby Perez painstakingly preserved her mother’s home after she died 15 years ago. There was t...
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Key takeaway CHULA VISTA, CRYSTAL CITY — Gabby Perez painstakingly preserved her mother’s home after she died 15 years ago.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The devastating flood in the Chula Vista neighborhood near Crystal City has left many families reeling, with irreplaceable personal belongings and memories washed away. For residents like Gabby Perez, the loss is not just material, but also emotional, as cherished family heirlooms and photos are gone. The flood's impact on this predominantly Hispanic neighborhood will likely be felt for a long time, as families struggle to come to terms with what they have lost. As the community begins to rebuild, it will be crucial for local authorities to provide support and resources to help residents recover and mitigate the risk of future floods. The city's response to this disaster will be closely watched, particularly in terms of providing aid to affected families and implementing measures to prevent similar disasters in the future. The road to recovery will be long and difficult, but with the right support, the community can begin to heal and rebuild.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 15 min
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