The Flood Watch that we have been under has been extended through Thursday morning. This is due to what forecasters are calling a dangerous setup of a stalled front, deep tropical moisture, and a disturbance near the Gulf that will multiple rounds of heavy rainfall to the region.
The National Weather Service warns that excessive rainfall could lead to flash flooding, flooded roads, and rising water levels in creeks, bayous, rivers, and other low-lying areas.
The flood threat ramps up Tuesday as deep tropical moisture continues streaming into Southeast Texas. Periods of heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected throughout the day, with the greatest flooding concern focused near and south of Houston. Rainfall rates could be intense at times, leading to localized street flooding and rapidly changing road conditions.
Harris County Emergency Management Director Mark Sloan made clear that the danger is far from over.
“This is not over. We still anticipate some heavy rains with street issues, especially overnight into the morning hours,” Sloan told our TV partner Channel Two.
Gulf Threat
On top of what the area is already stating at, the National Hurricane Center is monitoring a system that has now been designated as Potential Tropical Cyclone 1.
A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued from the area of Sargent, Texas to Morgan City, LA. If this becomes 'Arthur,' it will be a short-lived Tropical Storm, with the biggest threat being rain.
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