UPDATE: Thursday, September 19, 10:00 AM
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Emergency for northeast Harris, southeast Montgomery and Liberty counties.
This is an extremely dangerous, life threatening situation. Residents in this area are encouraged to shelter in place and stay off the roadways.
Since about 6 a.m., 6-10 inches of rain has fallen. Residents should closely watch weather conditions where they are located and be prepared to take lifesaving action immediately.
If you feel your life is in danger, call 911.
Impassable Roads In Kingwood:
Kingwood Drive is impassable
Northpark @ Brookdale to 59
Woodland Hills @ Lake Hills
E Bound Kingwood Dr @ Loop 494
4400 Northpark to Mills Branch
Grovelake
@Trailwood Village
Village Springs @ Kingwood Drive
Kingwood Drive @ Timber Shadows
Woodland View Drive
Tree Lane @ Woodland Hills
3000 block of This Way
Echo Mountain Drive near Spruce Bay Drive
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UPDATE:
Tropical Storm Imelda has been downgraded to a tropical depression. Widespread rainfall continues today and the National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Harris County until 7:00 AM Thursday.
According to the National Hurricane Center (NHC), Imelda is expected to continue moving northward across southeast Texas through Thursday.
According to Harris County Flood Control District, there have been widespread rainfall amounts of 5 to 6 inches, with isolated amounts of 8 to 9 inches in certain areas. More rainfall is expected across the region this afternoon with rates of 2 to 4 inches, and isolated amounts of 6 inches, possible. Minor street flooding and ponding will occur with continued rainfall.
Residents should closely monitor the forecast and road conditions throughout the day for changes.
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Tropical Storm Imelda has formed in the Gulf of Mexico directly off the Texas coast and is now making her way over us. Imelda is the ninth named storm of the 2019 Atlantic Hurricane Season.
Scattered thunderstorms will continue to move through the region through Thursday. Rainfall associated from the storm moving in from the Gulf of Mexico is expected to bring 6-10" of rain to the area. High rainfall rates of 2-3" per hour are possible and may lead to street and small stream flooding.
Please monitor the weather and road conditions closely. If travel is unavoidable, reduce your speed to avoid hydroplaning. If a Flash Flood Warning is issued for your area, DO NOT TRAVEL.
Always remember to Turn Around, Don't Drown! DO NOT DRIVE through high water and DO NOT DRIVE AROUND BARRICADES. Just two feet of water can sweep your vehicle away.
People should bring their pets inside and delay travel or outdoor activities during periods of heavy rainfall.
Weather:
www.weather.gov/hgx/
Water Levels:
water.weather.gov/ah ps/
Flood Warning System:
www.harriscountyfws. org
More Resources:
www.facebook.com/NWS NHC/
www.readyharris.org
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