Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 12:58PM CDT until July 16 at 4:30PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 16, 2026 - 10:58am
Expires:
July 16, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 1258 PM CDT, local law enforcement reported flash flooding across
the warned area. Between 3 and 12 inches of rain have fallen.
Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible in the warned
area. Flash flooding is already occurring. Roads were flooded at
Lost Maples State Natural Area.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.
SOURCE...Law enforcement reported.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Vanderpool, Hunt, Kerr Wildlife Management Area, Lost Maples State
Natural Area, Mountain Home and Rio Frio.
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.
In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are
potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded
roads. Find an alternate route.
Area Description:
Bandera, TX; Kerr, TX; Real, TX
Forcast Office:
NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Sender: