LA SALLE, TX — ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Texas...
Nueces River At Cotulla affecting La Salle County.
For the Nueces River...including Cotulla...Major flooding is forecast.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 27.8 feet just after midnight tonight. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 29.7 feet on 06/19/1999. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in La Salle, TX 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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