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Texas’ refusal to plan for climate change created a crisis in Corpus Christi
By Dylan Baddour, Inside Climate News at San Antonio Current
· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
This article originally appeared on Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, non-partisan news organization that covers climate, energy and the environment. Sign up for their newsletter here. This story was produced in partnership with the Texas Newsroom, the state’s network of public radio stations. A ...
Key takeaway This story was produced in partnership with the Texas Newsroom, the state’s network of public radio stations.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The crisis in Corpus Christi due to Texas' refusal to plan for climate change has significant implications for Alamo Heights and the broader San Antonio area. As a community within the San Antonio metropolitan area, Alamo Heights is not immune to the regional effects of climate change, including droughts and water shortages. The fact that Corpus Christi's regional water plan projected shortages a decade ago raises questions about the preparedness of other cities in the state, including San Antonio. Alamo Heights residents should be aware of the potential consequences of inaction on climate change, including the impact on local water resources and infrastructure. The city's own water management plans and emergency preparedness measures should be reviewed in light of the Corpus Christi crisis, to ensure that Alamo Heights is better equipped to handle the challenges posed by a changing climate.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current ·
Reading time: 1 min
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