The City of Mercedes

06/15/2026

06/15/2026

Sand and sandbags will be available for City of Mercedes residents today Monday, June 15, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM at the KC Hall Parking Lot area.

Residents are asked to bring their own shovels. Assistance will be available for elderly residents and residents with disabilities.

Available while supplies last.

For more information, please contact the City of Mercedes Public Works Department at (956) 565-6147.

06/15/2026

🚨 Weather Alert: Heavy Rain & Flash Flooding Possible

The National Weather Service is urging residents across Deep South Texas and the Rio Grande Valley to stay weather-aware today through Tuesday afternoon.

Heavy showers and thunderstorms may bring 3 to 5 inches of rain per hour, which could lead to widespread flash flooding, especially in areas where storms sit for long periods of time.

Residents are encouraged to:

🌧️ Monitor official weather updates
🚗 Avoid unnecessary travel when possible
⚠️ Never drive through flooded roads
📻 Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio, NWS Brownsville/RGV, and local emergency updates

Please plan ahead, stay alert, and use caution. Flooded roads and highways are likely.

06/15/2026

Sign up today:

The City of Mercedes encourages all residents to sign up for CivicPlus emergency alerts to receive important updates directly by phone call, text, or email.

Stay informed on severe weather, emergency notices, street closures, and important City updates.

Sign up today:
portal.civicplus.com/TX-Mercedes/dashboard

Stay alert. Stay ready. Stay connected, Mercedes.

06/15/2026

🚨 Weather Alert: Heavy Rain & Flash Flooding Possible

The National Weather Service is urging residents across Deep South Texas and the Rio Grande Valley to stay weather-aware today through Tuesday afternoon.

Heavy showers and thunderstorms may bring 3 to 5 inches of rain per hour, which could lead to widespread flash flooding, especially in areas where storms sit for long periods of time.

Residents are encouraged to:

🌧️ Monitor official weather updates
🚗 Avoid unnecessary travel when possible
⚠️ Never drive through flooded roads
📻 Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio, NWS Brownsville/RGV, and local emergency updates

Please plan ahead, stay alert, and use caution. Flooded roads and highways are likely.

06/14/2026

Happy Sunday from Mercedes. ☀️

Sometimes the best part of the week is slowing down and appreciating the little things that make a community feel like home. From a quiet walk to your favorite local spot, Mercedes is full of moments worth enjoying.

Visit cityofmercedes.com for more

06/13/2026

Mercedes wasn’t built by chance, it was built with a vision. 🏙️

Founded in 1907 as a planned community, Mercedes was carefully designed around transportation, irrigation, and future growth. Its organized layout and long-term planning helped lay the foundation for the thriving city that continues to grow today.

Visit cityofmercedes.com to learn more

06/12/2026

The City of Mercedes encourages all residents to sign up for CivicPlus emergency alerts to receive important updates directly by phone call, text, or email.

Stay informed on severe weather, emergency notices, street closures, and important City updates.

Sign up today:
portal.civicplus.com/TX-Mercedes/dashboard

Stay alert. Stay ready. Stay connected, Mercedes.

06/12/2026

🌳 Growing a greener Mercedes, one tree at a time.

The City of Mercedes was proud to join Region One ESC, Texas A&M Forest Service and Keep Mercedes Beautiful for the planting of 21 new trees at H-E-B Park.

Thank you to everyone who came together to support this meaningful effort and help invest in a greener future for our community. 💚👑