West Texas Floods Spark A Wave Of Community Compassion

As floodwaters continue to rise across parts of West Texas, including San Angelo, the Concho Valley, and the Hill Country, many families are left dealing with the aftermath of devastating flash flooding. This includes the most vulnerable among us, such as our elderly veterans and homebound residents who may have limited access to care.

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Veterans Can Still Reach Out for Help

The West Texas VA Health Care System is working to ensure that no veteran is left behind during this crisis. If you're a veteran or know a veteran affected by the flooding in San Angelo or surrounding areas, the Colonel Charles and JoAnne Powell VA Clinic is open and ready to help.

Here’s how to get support:

• Call the San Angelo VA Clinic at (325) 658-6138
• Visit: 4240 Southwest Blvd, San Angelo, TX 76904
• 24/7 Nurse Line: Call 800-472-1365 and press 3

They’re urging veterans, caregivers, and family members to reach out if they need anything at all, medical care, emotional support, or resources to get through the cleanup.

Big Country Residents Rally With Supplies and Support

Right here in Abilene, West Texans are showing up big for our neighbors. A donation drive is happening today, July 7th, from 9 AM to 5 PM at:

5919 Buffalo Gap Road, Abilene, TX
(Inside the Epique office of Texas Lifestyle Group)

Organizers Robbie Lynn Johnson and Samantha Rowland are working with the United Way to get critical items directly into the hands of flood victims in the Concho Valley.

Requested Donation Items Include:

• Cleaning Supplies: Scrub brushes, rubber gloves, buckets, vinegar, Clorox, Clorox wipes, steel wool, rags, trash bags
• Baby & Health Needs: Diapers, baby wipes, first aid kits
• Household Essentials: Toilet paper, paper towels, towels, sheets, pillowcases, pillows
• Eating Utensils: Plastic plates, bowls, silverware

If you can’t make it today, organizers say other collection efforts are in the works. I’ll be updating this article and sharing details on the air as they become available.

A Reminder: Check on Elderly Neighbors and Veterans

Please check on any elderly neighbors, especially those who may rely on home health nurses, Meals on Wheels, or daily caregivers. Road closures, high water, and damaged infrastructure can delay or block essential services.

If you're concerned for someone and can't reach them, don’t hesitate to call local authorities or reach out to the VA’s 24/7 triage line for veterans.

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Final Thought from a Fellow Texan

West Texas has always been a place where neighbors help neighbors, and this is our moment to shine. Whether it's a box of diapers, a bag of paper towels, or just a phone call to check on someone, you can make a real difference today.

Let’s show the Concho Valley and the Hill Country what the Big Country is made of, and give with your heart and soul.