Houston, United States
News Desk | Weather
Emergency officials issued a flash flood warning Monday for parts of Houston, Texas, after intense rainfall overwhelmed drainage systems and rapidly raised water levels in streets and bayous, according to the National Weather Service. Authorities urged residents in Flash Flood Warning and low-lying areas to seek higher ground immediately as forecasters warned that additional storms could worsen conditions through the afternoon.
City emergency management teams reported multiple road closures and stranded vehicles during the morning commute. Fire and rescue crews responded to several water-related calls, though no fatalities were immediately confirmed. Local officials said rainfall rates exceeded several inches per hour in some neighborhoods, creating dangerous driving conditions and swift-moving runoff.
Public schools in the most affected zones delayed start times, while transit agencies rerouted or suspended select bus services. Power utilities warned that localized outages remained possible where water reached underground electrical infrastructure. Residents were advised to avoid walking or driving through standing water and to monitor official alerts for evacuation guidance if conditions deteriorate.
Meteorologists said the storm system formed along a slow-moving boundary drawing moisture from the Gulf, increasing the risk of repeated downpours over the same areas. Emergency coordinators indicated crews would continue monitoring waterways and clearing debris to improve drainage as rainfall persists.
The Flash Flood Warning remains in effect until further notice, and officials said additional advisories could be issued if precipitation intensifies. The story is developing.
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