The storm, which has already inflicted significant damage on the Yucatan Peninsula, poses a threat to Texas, prompting local groups in San Antonio to mobilize. Among them, the San Antonio Food Bank stands ready to assist potentially thousands of evacuees expected from the coast.
“We try to stay on top of being prepared all the time,” said Jeff Gonzalez of the San Antonio Food Bank. “We’ve got reserves staged, palletized water, hygiene kits, cleaning supplies, things of that nature that are typically asked for during hurricane relief.”
Meanwhile, on a state level, the Texas Department of Emergency Management emphasized the need for coastal residents to make necessary preparations.
“Even up as far as San Antonio, there could be heavy rain,” warned Dan Patrick, addressing concerns of potential flooding due to the storm’s uncertain path.
As the storm’s trajectory remains unpredictable, local organizations like the San Antonio Food Bank are on standby, monitoring developments closely.
“San Antonio typically is ready and willing and able to support us to support those disaster relief efforts,” assured Gonzalez.
In addition to readiness efforts, the Food Bank encourages community involvement through donations and volunteerism.
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Interested individuals are urged to contact the organization directly.
