Bexar County CERT

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Bexar County CERT The Official Page for the Bexar County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) First responders do not always arrive immediately after a large disaster.

In most disasters, the real first responders are neighbors and witnesses. But without proper training, they can easily injure themselves and add to the problem. We want to conduct as many free training classes as we can in the outer reaches of Bexar County where there are not as many responder organizations. Or where responder organizations may need to extra help of trained neighbors. There is a strong need for preparation in all these communities. Our goal is to give them the skills to be ready to respond safely at a moments notice when a flood, fire or tornado passes. These 20 hour classes don't just prepare communities, they also bring together neighbors who live nearby but do not know each other. Si, Usted solo habla en espanol, no es un problema, podemos ensenar clases en espanol y engles tambien. Inappropriate comments (comments that are discriminatory, or advocate violence) will be deleted.

09/30/2026

A Flood Watch has been issued which includes much of South Central Texas from 7 PM Wednesday through 7 PM Friday. A cold front will bring periods of heavy rainfall which could lead to life-threatening flash flooding. Stay weather aware and have multiple ways to receive warnings.

A huge thank you to our CERT members who came out last night to support our Citizen’s Academy! 👏Our CERT team presented ...
09/17/2026

A huge thank you to our CERT members who came out last night to support our Citizen’s Academy! 👏

Our CERT team presented “How to Build a To-Go Bag for Your Family During an Emergency,” sharing practical tips to help families prepare for unexpected situations.

We had some great questions from members of our community about how to prepare for different types of emergencies and scenarios. These conversations are so important because preparedness starts before an emergency happens.

In honor of National Preparedness Month, take some time this month to:

🎒 Build or update your family’s To-Go Bag

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Talk with your family about your emergency plan

📍 Decide where you would go if you needed to leave your home

📱Make sure everyone knows how to stay connected

💡Talk through different emergency scenarios and what your family would do

Don’t wait for an emergency to make a plan. Start the conversation today!

07/29/2026

Ready to become better prepared for emergencies and learn more about the agencies that serve our community?

The Bexar County Office of Emergency Management Citizen's Academy is a five-part series designed to educate residents on the roles and responsibilities of first responders while providing the knowledge and tools needed to prepare before, during, and after emergencies. Participants will also learn about valuable resources available during times of crisis.

📅 Begins: First Wednesday of September 2026
🕕 When: Wednesdays, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
🎓 Participants who complete all five sessions will receive a certificate of completion.

Space is limited, so don't wait to register! Check out the attached graphic for registration details and additional information.

06/15/2026
BCCERT is out in the community this morning assisting the City of Kirby residents as they continue recovering from the s...
05/30/2026

BCCERT is out in the community this morning assisting the City of Kirby residents as they continue recovering from the straight-line winds that moved through earlier this week by helping gather and remove storm debris.

This is what community resilience looks like neighbors helping neighbors, volunteers stepping up, and residents coming together. We are proud to serve alongside our community and support those working to get back on their feet.

A special thank you to all of the volunteers and residents lending a helping hand. Together, we are stronger, and together, we recover.

Flood Watch remains in effect through Monday, May 25, 2026. Stay Safe!
05/21/2026

Flood Watch remains in effect through Monday, May 25, 2026. Stay Safe!

Bexar County has been placed under a Flood Watch by the US National Weather Service Austin-San Antonio Texas in effect from Friday evening until Monday evening.

Low-water crossings may flood. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

Monitor weather forecasts. Sign up for alerts with San Antonio River Authority

05/19/2026

With storms and localized flooding in the forecast, it’s important to understand the different types of weather alerts.

Take a moment to get familiar with them; being informed helps keep our community safe.

05/19/2026
Texas Flood Awareness Week May 18-22, 2026
05/18/2026

Texas Flood Awareness Week May 18-22, 2026

Are you Flood Ready, Texas?

Texas Flood Awareness Week is May 18-22, 2026 and there is no better time to prepare. Knowing your risks plus understanding and receiving flood alerts are crucial to protect yourself and your family.

Don’t wait for the water to rise. Visit the link below to learn more: weather.gov/safety/flood

05/01/2026

⚠ We continue to monitor weather conditions. Before going to bed, make sure emergency alert notifications are turned on.

📱iOS
Go to Settings > Notifications.
Scroll to the bottom of the screen.
Under Government Alerts, turn the alert type on or off.

📱Android
Open the Settings app by tapping the gear icon on your home screen or app drawer.
Go to Safety and Emergency > Wireless Emergency Alerts.
Use the toggles to choose which alerts you want to get.

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8130 Inner Circle
San Antonio, TX
78235

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