01-02-2019
Heavy Rainfall Expected Through Thursday
What is the danger?
The
National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Flash Flood Watch until noon tomorrow for Harris County. Widespread rainfall will continue through the evening time. Totals of 1 to 3 inches with locally higher amounts are possible.
According to
Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD), the heaviest rainfall will occur during evening traffic time. Roads will be slick, and ponding and street flooding may occur.
With grounds still wet from last week, these rainfall totals could lead to rises on area creeks, rivers and bayous and flooding of low-lying areas. Structure flooding is not expected.
What you should do:
DRIVE SAFELY
• Slow down and give yourself extra breaking distance when roads are wet.
• Check road conditions at Houston TranStar before leaving.
• If you must travel never drive into high water and use extreme caution at underpasses and low-lying areas where water accumulates.
STAY INFORMED
• Monitor the weather and check driving conditions before heading home on Wednesday, and before leaving on Thursday.
• View live rainfall rates on the Harris County Flood Warning System Website: www.harriscountyfws.org.
• Get updates from trusted sources such as: National Weather Service Houston-Galveston, Harris County Flood Control District, and ReadyHarris.
Where you can learn more:
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