Texas State University - Emergency Management

05/27/2026

Stay weather alert

05/20/2026

🚨 The DHRL Team and Texas State University students are putting in the work! 🚨

Students recently participated in an emergency preparedness training presented and delivered by Emergency Management, while also earning their Stop the Bleed® certifications. 🩸💪

We’re proud to see Texas State students stepping up and preparing to respond when it matters most. Huge shoutout to the DHRL team for requesting and scheduling impactful training that makes a difference! 👏🔥

Would you know what to do in an emergency? 👇

05/16/2026

⚠️ Traffic Advisory – Texas State University Spring Commencements

Please be advised that heavy traffic is expected around Aquarena Springs Drive, Charles Austin Drive, and E. Hopkins Street due to Texas State University Spring Commencement ceremonies.

Delays are anticipated throughout the day, and drivers should expect slow-moving traffic, congestion, and possible temporary backups in and around campus areas.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we celebrate commencement events and support graduates and their families. 🎓

05/01/2026

Minutes Matter.

Emergencies can happen anywhere, at any time and knowing what to do can save a life. 🩸

Stop The Bleed training is now available for the entire Bobcat community! Learn simple, life-saving techniques that empower you to act when every second counts.

Interested in bringing this training to your group or department?
Email us at [email protected] to get started.

Be prepared. Be confident. Be the help until help arrives.

04/30/2026

04/26/2026

UPDATE 4:30 p.m.: The missing adult was found safe. Thank you for your help

Missing Vulnerable Adult

San Marcos Police are asking for the public’s help locating William Thompson, 82, who was last seen near Quail Creek Drive and Mandalay Lane wearing a navy blue shirt, khaki pants, and sandals. He may also be accompanied by his black pit bull “Peaches”.

William has dementia, and there is concern for his safety.

If you have seen William or know where he may be, please call police immediately.

04/26/2026

Please contact SMPD non emergency number (512)753-2108

UPDATE 4:30 p.m.: The missing adult was found safe. Thank you for your help

Missing Vulnerable Adult

San Marcos Police are asking for the public’s help locating William Thompson, 82, who was last seen near Quail Creek Drive and Mandalay Lane wearing a navy blue shirt, khaki pants, and sandals. He may also be accompanied by his black pit bull “Peaches”.

William has dementia, and there is concern for his safety.

If you have seen William or know where he may be, please call police immediately.

04/24/2026

Get your emergency bag ready.

04/20/2026

**This post is out of date. See recent posts for the latest information.**

An additional 2 to 4 inches of rain is possible over our area through tonight which could lead to scattered instances of flash flooding, particularly over the Hill Country, I-35 corridor and Coastal Plains. Know how to get to a safe location if flooding does occur over your area and have multiple ways to receive warnings.

04/20/2026

Learn what to do, and what not to do, when it comes to lightning. Get more preparedness tips at www.haysinformed.com.

04/02/2026

TXST Alert-TEST: This is a test of the Texas State University emergency notification system as part of the Texas statewide alerting systems drill occurring today between 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM. No emergency is occurring. No action is required.