San Antonio unhoused community urged to avoid drainage ditches ahead of storms, possible flooding

San Antonio officials are urging the unhoused population to stay away from drainage ditches due to the risk of flooding from upcoming storms.
Since Monday, the outreach team with the city’s Homeless Services and Strategy Department has been out across San Antonio to let those experiencing homelessness know they should avoid drainage ditches as rain is coming and could be hanging around for the next few days.
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