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Several local stores and businesses were impacted by the tornado and heavy rain, announcing closures for the day and, in some cases, through the rest of the week.<\/p>\n
\nPearl District\u00a0 <\/p>\n
Due to current and forecasted weather conditions, officials said the following events have been canceled or rescheduled Wednesday.\u00a0<\/p>\n
FIFA World Cup 26\u2122 Official Watch Party (England vs. Argentina): CanceledChildren’s Entrepreneur Night Market at Pearl: Postponed (new date TBD)Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive: Rescheduled to Wednesday, July 22, from 5-8 p.m. <\/p>\n
But Stable Hall and Sternewirth will still show the England vs. Argentina World Cup semifinal as planned.<\/p>\n
\nSan Antonio Water System (SAWS) <\/p>\n
According to a post by SAWS,<\/a> their cutomer centers on Las Palmas and Comerica will close early on Wednesday at 4 p.m. Customer assistance remains available by calling 210-704-7297 or chatting live online at saws.org\/chat<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n
After sustaining damage from the severe weather and tornado, Santikos released a statement explaining that they were closing Wednesday. Officials later announced they will be reopening Thursday<\/a> – just in time for “The Odyssey” premiere.\u00a0<\/p>\n Officials said their team made repairs so employees and guests can come back safely, but exterior repairs will continue for the next few days. A fence will be placed around the entrance along with signs to guide visitors to the theater entrance.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Six Flags Fiesta Texas and Hurricane Harbor San Antonio will remain closed Wednesday, July 15, after severe storms caused a power outage, officials said. The parks reported no structural damage or injuries, and July 15 tickets will be honored on any public operating day during the 2026 season.<\/p>\n
\nSantikos Palladium <\/p>\n
\nSix Flags Fiesta Texas and Hurricane Harbor <\/p>\n