Flash Floods Disrupt Wednesday Morning Commute in San Antonio

Flash Floods Disrupt Wednesday Morning Commute In San Antonio

You know it’s bad when your morning commute turns into a water ride — and not the fun kind.

San Antonio drivers got an unwanted wake-up call Wednesday as flash floods swamped roads, stranded cars, and turned intersections into mini lakes.

The National Weather Service (NWS) didn’t mince words. “Flash Flood Warning remains in effect until 7:30 AM CDT,” they posted early morning, adding that some areas had already seen up to 3 inches of rain. And more was on the way.

Bexar, Comal, and Kendall counties were all on alert, with the NWS warning of “life-threatening flooding of creeks, streams, and low-lying areas.” In short: don’t drive through water. Seriously, don’t.

“Turn around, don’t drown,” has never sounded so real.

Several low-water crossings in the city were completely flooded, forcing police to shut down stretches of road and reroute early risers trying to get to work or school. KSAT reported that even major routes saw high water buildup.

“People are still trying to drive through,” said a frustrated local officer speaking to KSAT. “We get it, you’re late — but getting stuck or swept away makes you later.”

And yep, it’s May — but Texas weather doesn’t care. After days of heat and sun, the storms rolled in like a surprise plot twist no one asked for.

Wednesday’s forecast gave a 67% chance of morning storms. That number delivered.

Some parts of the city saw hail and strong gusts of wind on top of the heavy rain. Lightning cracked across the skyline like something out of a horror film.

Then, in true Texas fashion, the rain paused late morning — teasing a return later in the day with more scattered storms expected in the evening.

If you’re thinking of heading out later, maybe don’t forget the rain boots this time.

Schools remained open, but officials urged caution. The San Antonio Fire Department shared on X (formerly Twitter), “Please stay safe. If you see water covering the road, turn around.”

Flood-prone areas like Olmos Basin and Broadway near Brackenridge Park were underwater by 6:30 a.m., according to Express-News.

Drivers posted videos of flooded lanes and stalled vehicles, with one viral clip showing someone kayaking — yes, kayaking — down a street near downtown.

So, while you might’ve planned to grab coffee and cruise into work, many San Antonians ended up with soggy socks and soaked tires instead.

The best advice? Stay off the roads if you can, keep your alerts on, and let the city dry out before attempting any Fast & Furious moves through deep water.