Rural Resources at Risk: Bandera County Leaders Fear Eclipse Impact

Community leaders in Bandera County, Texas, are warning residents to stock up on gas and groceries ahead of the annular solar eclipse, which is expected to bring thousands of visitors to the small town of Vanderpool. Concerns have been raised about potential shortages of county resources, including slow cell service, grocery and gas shortages, and standstill traffic. Officials are also worried about emergency response capabilities and the narrow roads being blocked by parked cars. The Vanderpool Volunteer Fire Department is preparing for the influx of visitors and sees this as a test run for the total eclipse in April.