Headline:
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 7:59AM CDT until July 20 at 3:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Event:
Flood Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 18, 2026 - 5:59am
Expires:
July 19, 2026 - 12:00am
Description:
...Forecast flooding changed from Moderate to Major severity and
increased in duration for the following rivers in Texas...
Devils River At Pafford Crossing nr Comstock affecting Val Verde
County.
* WHAT...Major flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Devils River at Pafford Crossing nr Comstock.
* WHEN...From this afternoon to early Monday morning.
* IMPACTS...At 14.0 feet, (4.3 meters), Major flooding. Life
threatening flooding for recreationists above Paffords Crossing to
Amistad Reservoir. Flow is near 150,000 cfs. Livestock should be
moved from areas vulnerable to major flooding.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 7:15 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 2.4 feet.
- Bankfull stage is 4.0 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage
this afternoon to a crest of 14.6 feet this evening. It will
then fall below flood stage tomorrow afternoon.
- Flood stage is 5.0 feet.
- Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of
14.5 feet on 10/11/1981.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Even 6 inches of fast-moving flood water can knock you off your feet
and a depth of 2 feet will float your car. Never try to walk, swim,
or drive through such swift water. If you come upon flood waters,
stop, turn around and go another way.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued late tonight by 200 AM CDT.
Area Description:
Val Verde, TX
Forcast Office:
NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Sender: