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District 4 Councilwoman Adriana Rocha Garcia and members of her staff went door-to-door Wednesday delivering winter preparedness guides to constituents.
Rocha Garcia said due to the lack of internet service and other technologies that some of her constituents don’t have, she decided to deliver pamphlets that have vital information..
“So, we know the digital divide is alive and well, unfortunately, in this area of town. So ,the best thing we could do is literally come out today before anything hits and literally give them the information they need to be prepared,” she said.
The guides not only inform residents how to prepare for winter weather, but also what to do and who to call in the event their home is damaged after a winter storm.
After last year’s winter storm, a lot of people have concerns about power outages, ruptured pipes and other things that can go wrong following a winter storm.
Although the cold front due to arrive Wednesday in San Antonio is not forecasted to be as severe as last year, Rocha Garcia said she is confident in CPS Energy’s ability to quickly respond to any power outages.
“This is a test for CPS Energy, that’s the way that I see it. So, this is the first major test and I’m hoping that they’ll pass it,” she said.
CPS Energy officials said all power plants will be up and running and they’ve already taken precautions to keep their plants weatherized.
San Antonio Water System officials said they’ve taken measures to protect pipes and keep water service functional.
Also on KSAT.com:
Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories Thursday for San Antonio and surrounding areasA winter storm is heading to Texas. Here’s what that means for the power grid.These San Antonio-area school districts, universities have announced closures due to the upcoming freezeTips to winterize your home and help prepare for freezing temperaturesBexar County opens warming centers as strong cold front approaches
This story is part of a KSAT 12 Defenders investigation into the use of confidential informants by law enforcement. The one-hour special report airs on KSAT 12 on Feb. 1 at 9 p.m. Find more here.
Joe Gonzales was sworn into office in January 2019 with a promise of reform and accountability.
Prior to being elected Bexar County District Attorney, Gonzales served as a trial prosecutor in the D.A.’s office in the early 90′s before being promoted to Assistant District Attorney. Gonzales also spent 22 years as a criminal defense attorney.
In this extended interview, District Attorney Gonzales discusses the cases involving Rexina-Linan Juarez, John Cape, Louie Garcia and Rubee Sandoval, how it happened, what’s being done to avoid it happening in the future, and his thoughts on proposed reforms.
Read more about this investigation in the stories below:
WATCH FULL SPECIAL: “‘A Necessary Evil’: The Cost of Confidential Informants,” a KSAT 12 Defenders Investigation
Planted drugs, secret deals, lies: How one bad informant ruined the lives of at least 4 San Antonians
What is a confidential informant?
What is actual innocence?
How experts say to reform the confidential informant investigative process
Timeline: The cost of confidential informants in Bexar County
With ice accumulation and below-freezing temperatures in the forecast for San Antonio and the surrounding areas on Thursday, some school districts have decided to cancel classes.
The following districts have announced closures due to inclement weather (this list will continue to be updated):
Luling ISD: Luling ISD has canceled school for Thursday, Feb. 3. Friday, Feb. 4 is a scheduled student holiday.San Marcos Consolidated ISD: All campuses and offices will be closed Thursday, Feb. 3 and Friday, Feb. 4.
Several school districts north of San Antonio and in the Hill Country said on social media that they will announce their decisions later Wednesday. This story will be updated as that information becomes available.
A strong cold front is expected to arrive in the San Antonio area on Wednesday night and bring chances for showers and a few thunderstorms. On Thursday morning, a cold rain will be ongoing in San Antonio and freezing rain will be likely in the Hill Country.
Bridges and overpasses may become slick during the Thursday afternoon and evening commute. Parts of the KSAT viewing area will be below freezing for up to 18-36 hours Thursday through Friday.
Read more:
Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories Thursday for San Antonio and surrounding areasBexar County opens warming centers as strong cold front approachesTips to winterize your home and help prepare for freezing temperaturesH-E-B busy with shoppers getting last-minute supplies ahead of winter weather, but officials say stores are preparedACS warns people to bring pets inside during San Antonio’s cold frontSan Antonio residents hopeful cold snap won’t cause outages
The San Antonio Fire Department is battling a building fire on the city’s Northeast Side.
Multiple crews were dispatched to a retail strip center to the 2300 block of NE Loop 410.
We’ve learned that firefighters have gone on the defensive.
We’ll have more information as it becomes available.
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