Driver rescued after trying to cross flooded road in south Travis County

Published
June 15, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Austin, Texas
Old San Antonio Road at I-35
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Incident type
Other

Summary

Accident Austin Texas in Austin, Texas: A driver attempted to cross Old San Antonio Road at I‐35 in Austin, Texas, after heavy rains had closed the low‐water crossing. The vehicle became stuck in floodwaters and the driver was rescued by Austin‐Travis County Emergency Services with only minor injuries. The crossing was closed at 4:22 a.m. Monday and cleared before 5:30 a.m.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed Driver Driver Injured

Original reporting

Driver rescued after trying to cross flooded road in south Travis County

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