Hays County SWAT Holds Training Exercises

Residents advised of loud noises as part of scenario

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The Hays County SWAT Team will be conducting training exercises on Tuesday at the old Pennington Funeral Home in San Marcos, Texas. According to a Facebook post, residents can expect to see a large police presence in the area and may hear loud bangs as part of the training scenario. The post reassures the public that this is only for training purposes and there is no cause for alarm.

Why it matters

SWAT team training exercises are important for maintaining the readiness and skills of law enforcement personnel to respond to high-risk situations. While the public may be temporarily inconvenienced by the noise and activity, it is necessary for the SWAT team to conduct these drills in a realistic setting to ensure they are prepared for real-world emergencies.

The details

The Hays County SWAT Team will be holding the training exercises at 323 N. Comanch St. - the old Pennington Funeral Home - starting at 10 a.m. on Tuesday. Residents in the area can expect to see a large police presence and may hear loud bangs as part of the training scenario.

  • The training exercises will take place on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.

The players

Hays County SWAT Team

The specialized tactical unit of the Hays County law enforcement responsible for responding to high-risk situations.

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The takeaway

While the training exercises may be disruptive to the local community, they are a necessary part of ensuring the Hays County SWAT Team is prepared to respond effectively to emergencies and protect public safety.