The city of New Braunfels has temporarily closed recreational access to the Comal River due to continued rainfall and rising water levels, according to a news release.

What’s happening: Current conditions of the Comal River include poor water clarity and fast-moving water, the release states.

Reopening the river for recreational use depends on river conditions as sometimes debris is collected along the river banks and at the dam which may take time for crews to clear. Jenna Vinson, New Braunfels’ director of communications and community engagement, said city staff will reevaluate river conditions this morning and determine when it may be safe to reopen.

Vinson said they will post on social media when the river reopens for recreational use.

Landa Park Golf Course, Landa Park Aquatic Complex, River Acres Park, the city's recycling center and athletic fields are closed due to continued rainfall.

A family owned and locally owned iced tea drive-thru is opening its second New Braunfels location soon.

Texan Tea is anticipated to open its second location at 2286 Alyssa Way, Ste. 101 in September, Owner Jodi Zellner said in an email to Community Impact.

"Opening a second Texan Tea location is incredibly exciting, but it's also a lot of hard work behind the scenes. Every permit, late night and weekend spent preparing is worth it because we believe in this community and are proud to continue growing here," Zellner said in the email. "We didn't open Texan Tea just to sell tea, we opened it because we wanted another way to be involved in the town we love."

A family affair: Zellner said Texan Tea is "truly a family business." Her husband, Deryck, and their kids, Quinn and Owyn, are all involved in the business.

"You might see the kids carrying boxes, pulling weeds, stocking supplies or helping wherever they're needed," Zellner said the email.

• 2286 Alyssa Way, Ste. 101, New Braunfels

Looking to get away this summer without going too far? Check out some places to plan a staycation throughout the Austin area. 

Bastrop
Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa: The ranch-style resort offers dining, golf, a water park, spa and event spaces.

Dripping Springs
The Yurtopian: The Hill Country resort offers glamping in Mongolian-inspired yurts with upscale amenities and scenic views.

Georgetown
San Gabriel House: The historic bed-and-breakfast showcases its 20th-century charm with the original pine floors and leaded-glass front door.

Liberty Hill
River Ranch Inn: The self-proclaimed “undecidedly and beautifully offbeat” boutique hotel in Liberty Hill offers guests swimming, kayaking, fishing and stargazing.

North Central Austin
Commodore Perry Estate: The venue features European-style architecture and decor, a pool, restaurant, on-site entertainment and event spaces.

Round Rock
The Ruby Hotel & Bar: The hotel offers a pool, scenic views and private event spaces near the historic downtown, which features an abundance of shopping and dining,

As heavy rain and flash flooding threatens large swaths of South and Central Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott spoke to reporters about the state's preparation for and response to the severe weather July 15.

The big picture: The heaviest rainfall is occurring in southwest Texas, according to the National Weather Service, with 10-15 inches of rain expected through July 16 along the U.S. 90 corridor west of San Antonio. As of 2:40 p.m. July 15, all or parts of 14 counties were under a flash flood warning, including Comal, Hays and Bexar counties.

The city of New Braunfels announced several road closures July 15, and the city closed recreational access to the Comal River due to continued rainfall and rising water levels, Community Impact reported.

The severe weather came just over a year after historic flooding killed more than 130 people in Central Texas on July 4-5, 2025.

More details: Dozens of other counties were under flood watches, advisories and warnings. Fifty-nine counties were also under a state disaster declaration as of July 14.