San Antonio Power Outages and Storm Cleanup Continue After Severe Weather
The public utility said there are still over 70,0000 without power as of Saturday morning, and in a news conference Saturday afternoon, city and CPS Energy leaders said that power could be out through the weekend and into early next week.
Over 70,000 Customers Without Power
CPS Energy reported 103,957 customers affected by 556 active outages at the storm’s peak, with more than 15,000 in ZIP code 78207—primarily the Westside—still without electricity as of Saturday. The National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Warning for the area through 12:15 a.m. Saturday, citing ongoing heavy rainfall. Residents were advised to avoid flooded roads and report damage through 311, while cooling centers opened to assist those without air conditioning.
Businesses Grapple With Damage and Closures
Businesses across the city faced widespread closures. The Basila Frocks, a historic building on Zarzamora Street, remained inaccessible due to an electric gate, preventing tenants from assessing water damage. Casey Russell, owner of Wild Pony Hat Bar, noted the structure’s history of water issues, adding, “It’s a historic building, so there have been issues with water damage in the past.”
Davis Restaurant & Bar, announced indefinite closures, citing power outages and structural damage. Davis posted that “many of its signs were living their best lives around San Antonio.” On the West Side, Gilberts Mexican Restaurant’s owner Ashley Herrera revealed all food inventory was being discarded, stating, “We are definitely going to need your help, San Antonio, when the power is restored.”
Public Services and Infrastructure Under Strain
Public services also felt the storm’s impact. Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones confirmed the Bazan, Las Palmas, and San Pedro libraries—non-cooling centers—remained closed. University Health’s downtown campus delayed operations, and the San Antonio Public Library system urged residents to check social media for updates on branch reopenings. CPS Energy officials warned that power restoration in some areas could take “several days,” with crews working around the clock.
Residents Share Widespread Damage on Social Media
Residents shared widespread damage through social media, with MySA compiling images of flooded streets, uprooted trees, and collapsed structures. The storm’s intensity prompted calls for caution, as the National Weather Service emphasized the risk of flash flooding. Meanwhile, businesses like Panifico Bakeshop and Silhouette Coffee remained shuttered, with the latter posting, “not looking good” on its outage map.
City Leaders Urge Caution Amid Ongoing Risks
City leaders urged residents to prioritize safety, with emergency services coordinating debris removal and damage assessments. As of Saturday, no timeline had been provided for full power restoration, leaving thousands to navigate the outage amid lingering weather risks.