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Here’s a list of agencies, utilities, and resources San Antonio area residents may call for help during Thursday’s storms.<\/p>\n
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San Antonio is extending 311 call center hours Thursday and opening the service early Friday as the city prepares for heavy rain and possible flash flooding.<\/p>\n
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A Flood Watch remains in effect through 7\u00a0p.m. Friday. The city said San Antonio and Bexar County are under a Level 3 of 4 risk for excessive rainfall, meaning numerous flash floods are possible, streams may overflow and some rivers could rise out of their banks.<\/p>\n
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Storms could arrive as early as 5 a.m. Thursday, with the heaviest rainfall expected between 7 a.m. and noon. Isolated areas could receive 6 to 8 inches of rain, according to city officials.<\/p>\n
READ MORE: South Texas storm timing has shifted. Here\u2019s when to now expect heavy rainfall.<\/a><\/p>\n Another round of storms could redevelop Thursday night into Friday morning, which the city identified as the greatest period of concern. Rainfall rates could reach 2 to 4 inches per hour, creating the potential for rapid flash flooding.<\/p>\n Where to get help<\/p>\n If you need assistance during the storm, here’s who to contact for emergencies, downed trees, power outages and emergency shelter:<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Life-threatening emergencies, water rescues or anyone trapped by rising water: Call 911. Move to the highest safe point you can reach.
\nNonemergency storm problems, such as downed trees or malfunctioning traffic signals: Call 311 or 210-207-6000. The call center will be open until 11 p.m. Thursday and reopen at 6 a.m. Friday.
\nRoad closures and low-water crossings: Check BexarFlood.org<\/a>.
\nPower outages: Call CPS Energy at 210-353-4357 or check its outage map<\/a>.
\nWater or sewer issues: Call SAWS at 210-704-7297.
\nCommunity resources: Call United Way at 211 or 210-227-4357.
\nResources for unsheltered neighbors: Call the city\u2019s Community Connections Hotline at 210-207-1799. The city\u2019s flood information page lists weekday hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.<\/p>\n