HOUSTON — Wednesday’s storms have unleashed intense rainfall across Southeast Texas, resulting in street flooding and hazardous travel conditions in various areas, particularly in Houston.
As of 11 a.m. on Thursday, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office issued a warning urging drivers to stay clear of several flooded intersections, especially in the northeast region of Harris County.
In Harris County, flooding has been observed in numerous locations, including:
– Uvalde Rd. and Wallisville Rd.
– Uvalde under I-10
– Monmouth under I-10
– Breda Dr. and Broken Arrow St.
– Evanston St. and Freeport St.
– 13300 block of Wallisville Rd.
– Wallisville Rd. and Woodforest Blvd.
– Audrey Lane and Woodforest Blvd.
– Armand Bayou at Genoa-Red Bluff Road
– Armand Bayou at NASA Road 1 near Clear Lake
– Goose Creek at I-10
– Gum Gully at Diamond Head Boulevard
– Little Cedar Bayou at 8th Street near La Porte
– Horsepen Creek at Bay Area Boulevard near Clear Lake High School
Motorists are advised against driving through high water and are encouraged to seek alternate routes.
This list isn’t exhaustive, and conditions could change swiftly.
Meanwhile, in Galveston County, flooding has been confirmed at Baker Street at Willow Bayou, with ongoing cautions for drivers.
Similar warnings have emerged in Brazoria County, with high-water locations noted at:
– Old Chigger Creek at SH 35
– Bay Area Boulevard at Magnolia Creek
Matagorda County residents are also advised to exercise caution. Roads experiencing high water or closures include:
– CR 213 (Kaack Rd) off FM 457 – Passable
– FM 142 at FM 457 – Passable
– FM 457 at FM 2540 – Underwater, trucks can pass
– Hwy 60 at FM 521 in Wadsworth – Passable
– FM 2540 S at Bates Rd and Sims Rd – High water
– FM 521 east of the railroad tracks in Wadsworth – Passable
– Hwy 60 south of Lyondell – Northbound lane underwater
– Bucks Bayou at Morning Dove (Trinity Grass Farm) – Not passable
– Hwy 60 S at FM 2078 – Passable
– FM 1862 southbound in Blessing – Closed
In response to the rising water levels, Bay City crews are actively deploying barricades at flooded intersections to safeguard drivers. Barricades have been implemented at:
– The inbound lane of Palm Village off TX-60
– Encino and Nichols in the Del Norte subdivision
Officials warn that additional barricades may be established throughout the day as conditions change. Drivers encountering unmarked flooded roadways are urged to contact the Municipal Services Building at 979-323-1659 for swift assessment and response by crews.
Additionally, several road closures have been reported, including:
– State Highway 35 between Palacios and Port Comfort, currently closed due to high water
– FM 1862 between Blessing and State Highway 35 south, now closed
The storms have not only impacted road travel but have also caused significant disruptions to air travel in Houston.
A Ground Stop has been enacted at Hobby Airport (HOU) until at least 9 a.m. Thursday.
Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is experiencing a Ground Delay, with inbound flights being delayed by an average of 96 minutes.
For travelers in Southeast Texas, it’s crucial to plan ahead given the weather conditions.
A substantial portion of the region remains under a Level 3 (Moderate) flood risk, encompassing:
– Houston
– Sugar Land
– Baytown
– Conroe
– Galveston
– El Campo
– Victoria
Residents of these flood-prone areas should expect further delays and potential road closures as rain continues to affect the area.
Floodwaters in the Houston vicinity stem not only from the rainfall but are also influenced by rivers, creeks, and bayous.
Residents in Harris County can monitor water levels on the Harris County Flood Control website, which provides status updates on bayous and creeks by adjusting various map layers.
The state also oversees water levels, with updates made multiple times daily. Access this information through the state’s website.
The National Weather Service tracks water levels throughout the day, making this critical data available online as well.
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