GMSA: Possible flooding during commute; debate takeaways; Nats to World Series

Good morning! It's a very wet Wednesday with storms that have dumped quite a bit of rain...and continue to do so. Please be careful out there on the roads! We're tracking the storms and traffic conditions live on GMSA. Join us! - Mark & Sarah (in for Leslie) Here's what's on Good Morning San Antonio for Wednesday, October 16: CLICK HERE TO WATCH LIVE What's Trending SAFD firefighter dies in freak accident at fire scene A San Antonio firefighter died after he was struck by a vehicle at the scene of a fire, San Antonio Fire Chief Charles Hood said. Firefighter Greg Garza, 49, was among a group of firefighters who responded to a call for an electrical problem at the Comfort Inn Suites in the 500 block of Live Oak Street around 7 a.m., when he stumbled while exiting a fire apparatus and was hit by a van. KSAT Weather: Flooding could be issue during morning commute As the front continues to move through, the heaviest storms will push to the south. Minor flooding may be an issue this morning, KSAT 12 meteorologist Mike Osterhage said. The rain will taper this afternoon. It will be breezy, with highs in the upper 60s. Be sure to monitor the latest weather conditions from the KSAT 12 Weather Authority team on air and online. SAPD officer pulled out woman's tampon on side of road, $205K settlement expected The city of San Antonio is scheduled to vote Thursday on a possible $205,000 settlement for a woman who claims a San Antonio Police officer pulled out her tampon and searched her vaginal cavity on a public street in August 2016. Natalie D. Simms filed a federal lawsuit against the city of San Antonio after she was approached by police while sitting on the side of a public street, talking on the phone and waiting for her boyfriend. Today's Headlines Funds being collected for fallen SAFD firefighter Greg Garza Members with the San Antonio Firefighters Benevolent Fund are gearing up to help support the family of fallen firefighter Greg Garza. The 17-year member of the San Antonio Fire Department was struck and killed by a van. The San Antonio Firefighters Benevolent Fund, which is a nonprofit organization, says 100% of the funds it collects will be given to the Garza family. Bexar Sheriff fires deputy arrested on weapons charges, disciplines 9 other employees A deputy accused of unlawfully carrying a handgun while in uniform earlier this year has been formally terminated by the Bexar County Sheriff's Office, according to suspension records released this week. Deputy Veronica Dado was given an order of dismissal Aug. 9, weeks after her July arrest for unlawful carrying of a weapon. She remains free on bond. Her next court appearance is scheduled for November, county clerk records show. Takeaways from Tuesday's Democratic presidential debate A dozen Democratic presidential candidates participated in a spirited debate over health care, taxes, gun control and impeachment. Here are some takeaways from the three-hour forum in Westerville, Ohio. KSAT12 Safe Halloween Spooktakular Don't miss out on Halloween fun and games! Looking for a SAFE, family-friendly Halloween activity? October 27th, 11am to 6pm at Sunset Station. TICKETS HERE. Weather What's the weather going to be like? Click here for more details and get the latest weather forecast from KSAT 12, Your Weather Authority: * Click HERE for weather updates * Download the KSAT Weather app for iPhone and Android TRAFFIC: Transguide Traffic cameras give a live look of the latest traffic conditions

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A San Antonio firefighter died after he was struck by a vehicle at the scene of a fire, San Antonio Fire Chief Charles Hood said. Firefighter Greg Garza, 49, was among a group of firefighters who responded to a call for an electrical problem at the Comfort Inn Suites in the 500 block of Live Oak Street around 7 a.m., when he stumbled while exiting a fire apparatus and was hit by a van.

As the front continues to move through, the heaviest storms will push to the south. Minor flooding may be an issue this morning, KSAT 12 meteorologist Mike Osterhage said. The rain will taper this afternoon. It will be breezy, with highs in the upper 60s. Be sure to monitor the latest weather conditions from the KSAT 12 Weather Authority team on air and online.

The city of San Antonio is scheduled to vote Thursday on a possible $205,000 settlement for a woman who claims a San Antonio Police officer pulled out her tampon and searched her vaginal cavity on a public street in August 2016. Natalie D. Simms filed a federal lawsuit against the city of San Antonio after she was approached by police while sitting on the side of a public street, talking on the phone and waiting for her boyfriend.

Today's Headlines

Members with the San Antonio Firefighters Benevolent Fund are gearing up to help support the family of fallen firefighter Greg Garza. The 17-year member of the San Antonio Fire Department was struck and killed by a van. The San Antonio Firefighters Benevolent Fund, which is a nonprofit organization, says 100% of the funds it collects will be given to the Garza family.

A deputy accused of unlawfully carrying a handgun while in uniform earlier this year has been formally terminated by the Bexar County Sheriff's Office, according to suspension records released this week. Deputy Veronica Dado was given an order of dismissal Aug. 9, weeks after her July arrest for unlawful carrying of a weapon. She remains free on bond. Her next court appearance is scheduled for November, county clerk records show.

A dozen Democratic presidential candidates participated in a spirited debate over health care, taxes, gun control and impeachment. Here are some takeaways from the three-hour forum in Westerville, Ohio.

KSAT12 Safe Halloween Spooktakular