'Catastrophic' Flash Flood Risk as Dire Warning Issued for Texas
Summary
A severe flash flood risk is affecting parts of Texas, with warnings of heavy rain and potentially life-threatening flooding through Wednesday night. Meteorologists say some areas could get more than a foot of rain, and officials urge residents to seek higher ground and avoid flooded roads.Key Facts
- Flash flood warnings cover areas from Texas Hill Country and west of San Antonio to Central Texas.
- Some areas have already received between 5 and 10 inches of rain.
- The National Weather Service (NWS) calls this a rare "high risk" event for flash flooding.
- Flooding is one of the most deadly weather dangers in the US, often causing deaths in vehicles swept away by water.
- The Weather Prediction Center's highest flood risk level has been issued for parts of South-Central Texas, including areas west of San Antonio.
- Communities such as Uvalde, Medina, Bandera, Bell, Coryell, and Milam counties are affected.
- Meteorologists warn more rain, between 6 to 12 inches or more, could fall through Wednesday night.
- Officials advise people to move to higher ground quickly and avoid driving through floodwaters.
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