A Century of Courage Amid Flood | San Antonio News

When 99-year-old WWII vet David Stearns was caught in a sudden Fourth of July flood, he and his wife Joan turned to an American flag for cover as water surged through their home. With no clothes to spare and their dog in tow, they climbed to a pergola—just barely avoiding a roof climb. Neighbors rallied, including Rick, who wrapped David in the very flag that saved them. Within six months, the community had them back home, and that same flag now flies proudly outside. As David prepares to turn 100, he reflects on the flood’s unexpected gift: new friends and a renewed sense of community. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/209605c4f04c6e45