After the severe storms and floods last Wednesday and Thursday, San Antonio and Bexar County leaders declared a state of disaster. This declaration is a request for help and shows they are taking action to deal with the damage and prepare for future storms, as reported by the City of San Antonio.
The calamity claimed 13 lives, knocked out power across the region, and tore through vital community infrastructure. Mayor Ron Nirenberg and County Judge Peter Sakai, having gauged the severity of the damage, reached out with a formal request for state assistance, a move mentioned in a statement obtained by the City of San Antonio. Assistance is sought not only for immediate recovery efforts but also, to shore up defenses against potential future storms.
"The magnitude of this disaster requires state-level support," Mayor Nirenberg emphasized, highlighting the community's resilience but noting its need for outside help. Furthermore, County Judge Peter Sakai, stressed the gravity of the situation, "In the aftermath of the unprecedented storms that resulted in the tragic loss of 13 lives," according to the City of San Antonio news release, "we are taking action to ensure that we have the necessary resources for our community’s recovery." As the declaration gets the state's attention, it prompts action that could lead to federal intervention and support.
