IRION; CROCKETT; SCHLEICHER; SUTTON; KIMBLE — * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...A portion of west central Texas, including the following counties, Crockett, Irion, Kimble, Schleicher and Sutton.
* WHEN...Through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Rainfall amounts in the watch area of 2 to 4 inches are likely, with isolated amounts of 6 inches or more possible.
- Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Irion; Crockett; Schleicher; Sutton; Kimble 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.
Verified by Alert USA • NWS