Areal Flood Watch in Bexar Co.,San Antonio,TX from Wednesday 7:00 PM to Friday 7:00 PM with possible flooding

This week in San Antonio, they say it's going to rain... this time, we shouldn't take it lightly.

News has come that a flood watch has been issued for the Central Texas region, including San Antonio, Austin, Kerrville, and New Braunfels.

Bexar County, which includes San Antonio, should be cautious of possible flooding from Wednesday evening at 7 PM to Friday evening at 7 PM.

Having lived in Texas for a long time, I find myself both happy and wondering, 'How much will it rain?' when I hear about rain.

Recently, we've been in a drought for over a month, so this rain will definitely help alleviate that, but the problem is the rain coming all at once in a short period.

Especially in San Antonio, there are places where roads that usually seem fine can suddenly flood when heavy rain falls.

Low-lying roads and areas around creeks need to be approached with more caution. If heavy rain coincides with rush hour or school drop-off times, a route that usually takes 20 minutes could end up taking much longer.

Those running Korean markets or restaurants might also be concerned.

Delivery times for food supplies could be delayed, and restaurants that rely heavily on deliveries may have to change their routes due to flooded roads.

If you park in a basement or low area, it's a good idea to check your vehicle's location in advance.

A few days ago, there was a burst water main in the northern area, causing a lot of water to spill onto the road and vehicles to get submerged.

Of course, the water main break and this weather situation are separate issues, but it was a reminder that cars are more vulnerable to water than we might think.

Above all, when driving, it's best not to think, "This much water should be fine to pass through."

We often hear the phrase 'Turn Around, Don't Drown.' When water is on the road, its depth can be hard to judge visually, and the road itself may be damaged. Even if it's a hassle, it's better to avoid flooded roads.

At home, check to make sure that drains aren't blocked by leaves or debris, and it's a good idea to turn on emergency weather alerts on your phone.

If there are items outside that could be blown away, it's best to tidy them up in advance. While it's nice to see rain after a long time,

if it could just rain gently for a few days, it would be greatly appreciated in Texas, but here, it's often the case that rain comes all at once, which is a problem.

From Wednesday night to Friday, it's advisable to check the sky and road conditions a bit more frequently than usual.