What is the danger?
The National Weather Service (NWS) has extended the Flash Flood Watch for Harris County until tomorrow evening. Additional rain could cause localized flooding. Conditions are expected to improve later in the week, but showers will remain in the forecast. Remember that the weather can change quickly.
What you should do:
Residents are encouraged to monitor local media and the NWS for the latest weather forecasts. Various watches and warnings may be issued throughout the week.
In the event of heavy rainfall and lightning seek shelter indoors. Remember: When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors! Also, always stay clear of flooded roads, Turn Around Don’t Drown.
Basic Flood Safety Tips
- Turn Around, Don’t Drown! ® DO NOT DRIVE through high water and DO NOT DRIVE AROUND BARRICADES! Just 2 feet of water can sweep your vehicle away.
- DO NOT WALK through flood waters. Just 6 inches of moving water can knock you down.
- If your home floods, STAY THERE. You are safer at home than trying to navigate flooded streets on foot.
- If floodwaters rise around your car but the water is NOT MOVING, abandon the car and move to higher ground. Do not leave the car and enter MOVING water.
- STAY AWAY from streams, rivers, and creeks during heavy rainfall. These areas can flood quickly and with little warning.
- MOVE important items – especially important documents like insurance policies – to the highest possible floor. This will help protect them from flood damage.
- DISCONNECT electrical appliances and do not touch electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water. You could be electrocuted.
Where you can learn more:
- Forecasts: National Weather Service
- Preparedness & Emergency Information: www.readyharris.org
- Local Traffic: Houston TranStar
- Rainfall Totals: www.harriscountyfws.org
Turn Around, Don’t Drown: www.txdps.state.tx.us/dem/threatawareness/tadd