ZAPATA; JIM HOGG; BROOKS; STARR — * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
* WHERE...A portion of Deep South Texas, including the following counties, Brooks, Jim Hogg, Starr and Zapata.
* WHEN...Through Monday morning.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Potential for heavy rainfall, including two windows where rainfall rates could reach 2 inches per hour for two hours both late tonight and early Sunday morning, and again Sunday night through mid morning Monday. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Zapata; Jim Hogg; Brooks; Starr can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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