Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 1:05PM CDT until July 16 at 4:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 16, 2026 - 11:05am
Expires:
July 16, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 105 PM CDT, the public reported flash flooding across the warned
area. Between 5 and 15 inches of rain have fallen. Additional
rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash
flooding is already occurring. Low water crossings are reported
closed around Leakey.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.
SOURCE...Public 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...
Leakey, Camp Wood, Barksdale, Vance and Tuff.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
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.
Flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where
you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become
killers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or
creeks.
Area Description:
Edwards, TX; Kinney, TX; Real, TX
Forcast Office:
NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Sender: