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Office of Emergency Management

Central Academic Building
Texas A&M University-San Antonio

Office of Emergency Management

Seasonal Extreme Heat Warning/Heat Advisory

July 8, 2026

Texas summer months frequently reach high 90's and periods of days over 100 degrees.  The Heat Index values resulting from humidity increase how hot it can feel relative to temperature.  Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. Please use caution if you must be outside: drink plenty of water, take breaks, and wear light-colored, loose clothing.

People may suffer from heat-related illnesses at any time of the year, but particularly during hot, humid conditions. Because the climate of San Antonio is conducive to these conditions, people must take preventive measures hot and humid days to reduce their risk. Examples of heat-related illnesses include heat exhaustion, heat stroke, heat cramps, dehydration, and heat rash.

The following websites offer more information on hot weather and heat safety.

Current San Antonio weather: https://www.weather.gov/ewx
General heat safety: https://www.weather.gov/safety/heat

Protecting Our Campus Community

Texas A&M University–San Antonio (A&M–SA) is committed to creating a safe, resilient, and well prepared campus community. In alignment with the Texas A&M University System’s all hazards emergency management approach, our office works to strengthen the University’s ability to mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies that may impact our students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Our Mission

Our mission is to ensure the A&M–SA community is equipped with the resources and knowledge necessary to respond effectively to disruptions and resume critical operations quickly and safely.

Emergency Management at A&M–SA enhances institutional readiness by:

  • Developing and maintaining all‑hazards emergency plans
  • Coordinating essential information and communication before, during, and after emergencies
  • Delivering training, exercises, and preparedness programs
  • Supporting business continuity planning across campus
  • Promoting a culture of safety and preparedness

Our Commitment

Emergency Management is dedicated to fostering a safe environment where education and campus life can thrive without unnecessary disruption. Through planning, training, and collaboration, we work every day to support the well‑being of the A&M–SA community.

Collaborations

To support a unified approach to safety, Emergency Management collaborates closely with:

  • University Police Department (UPD)
  • Texas A&M University System emergency management partners
  • City of San Antonio public safety departments
  • Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM)
  • Academic and administrative departments across campus
  • National, State and Local agencies

These partnerships ensure coordinated planning, response, and recovery efforts during incidents affecting the University.

Quicklinks
Emergency Management works closely with the Texas A&M University–San Antonio University Police Department (UPD) to enhance campus safety, preparedness, response, and recovery efforts. For information on police services, crime prevention, emergency communications, and campus security resources, visit the University Police Department website.