Frio River not flowing in Uvalde County, Texas
6/25/2022 1:37:26 AM
CATEGORIES:
Relief, Response & Restrictions
Society & Public Health
Tourism & Recreation
Water Supply & Quality
AFFECTED AREAS:
Uvalde County, TX
Concan, TX
Start Date: 6/24/2022
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The flow of the Frio River in Concan has dropped to zero cubic feet per second, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. At Garner State Park visitors cannot enjoy tubing due to the low levels and can swim only in certain parts of the river.
Garner State Park issued a park alert, urging park visitors to conserve water and to bring their own drinking water. The use of showers may be limited.
Extremely low river flows can let the water stagnate, causing algae blooms or harmful bacteria, so people recreating should be careful in such areas of the Frio River. The water will be tested by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality next week and the findings made available to the public.
San Antonio Express-News (Texas), June 24, 2022
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