Texas Flood Watch as 'Life-Threatening' Flash Flooding Possible Near Austin
A Flood Watch has been issued for South-Central Texas, including the Austin area, due to the potential for life-threatening flash flooding from heavy rains expected Thursday evening through Friday evening. The National Weather Service warns of dangerous conditions, especially at night, with flooding possible in creeks, streams, and urban areas with poor drainage. Residents are urged to stay alert, enable emergency alerts, and be prepared to respond quickly if flash flood warnings are issued.
- ▪The National Weather Service issued a Flood Watch for South-Central Texas from Thursday evening through Friday evening.
- ▪Forecasters warn of life-threatening flash flooding due to high rainfall rates from multiple rounds of storms.
- ▪Flooding may impact creeks, streams, urban areas, and poorly drained locations, with hazards increasing at night.
- ▪Residents are advised to enable Wireless Emergency Alerts and be ready to act if Flash Flood Warnings are issued.
- ▪The situation is ongoing, with updates expected as conditions develop.
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By Anna SkinnerAssociate EditorShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.A Flood Watch has been issued for large portions of South-Central Texas, including the Austin area, with forecasters warning that a “life-threatening” flash flooding situation could develop as multiple rounds of heavy rain move through the region. The National Weather Service (NWS) Austin/San Antonio office said the watch is in effect from Thursday evening through Friday evening as showers and thunderstorms are expected to intensify late Thursday and continue into early Friday.
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