It seems that anyone between the Atlantic Ocean and Hawaii is in the path of a tropical system of some kind right now, and that includes us here in southeast Texas.
The National Weather Service has said the system currently stirring in the gulf will likely cause some significant storms here throughout the next few days. And we all know, with storms comes flash flooding and hazardous road conditions. Either way, it would be best for everyone to keep an eye on the weather this weekend and make sure you're prepared for adverse conditions.
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Harris County residents are urged to monitor the weather forecast and use extreme caution if venturing out into rainy conditions in the coming days. Portions of Harris County could receive up to 4 inches of additional rain as a weather system moves into the Gulf of Mexico and has the potential to impact the Texas coast with showers and thunderstorms.
As of now, bayous, creeks and tributaries are expected to remain within banks, but roadways and streets may become impassable. Commuters are urged to avoid high water and flooded streets throughout the county and to proceed with caution when driving on area roadways - Turn Around Don't Drown!
The Harris County Flood Control District's Flood Watch team will continue to monitor rainfall trends and check the gages that measure rainfall amounts and water levels in bayous and creeks. The team constantly monitors the data and works during severe weather events to advise the public and local officials of areas that are and could be affected by flooding. Residents may monitor rainfall and bayou water levels on the Harris County Regional Flood Warning System website at
www.harriscountyfws. org
Be careful and be prepared!