Headline:
Flood Advisory issued October 31 at 9:24PM CDT until October 31 at 10:15PM CDT by NWS Brownsville TX
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 31, 2024 - 7:24pm
Expires:
October 31, 2024 - 8:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...A portion of Deep South Texas, including the following
county, Starr.
* WHEN...Until 1015 PM CDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Ponding of water in urban or other areas is occurring or is
imminent.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 924 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain
have fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected
over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Roma, Escobares, Roma High School, Roma Creek, Roma Public
Library, Barrera Elementary School, Roma City Hall, Roma City
Police Department, Roma Park, North Escobares, Fronton and
Rio Grande City--roma.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Starr, TX
Forcast Office:
NWS Brownsville TX