Flood Advisory
Bandera, Edwards, Kerr, Kinney, Medina, Real, Uvalde and Val Verde counties, TX · ended Mon 4:00 PM CST
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. 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.
* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Bandera County in south central Texas... Edwards County in south central Texas... Kerr County in south central Texas... Kinney County in south central Texas... Medina County in south central Texas... Real County in south central Texas... Uvalde County in south central Texas... Val Verde County in south central Texas...
* WHEN...Until 400 PM CST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Rises in small streams and normally dry creeks. Dangerous flows over low-water crossings. Overflowing poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 815 AM CST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to a solid area of rain with a few embedded thunderstorms. This will cause small stream flooding. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen this morning. - Additional rainfall amounts up to 2 inches are expected over the area through this afternoon. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Medina, Del Rio, Uvalde, Hondo, Devine, Brackettville, Rocksprings, Comstock, Leakey, Spofford, Vanderpool, Loma Alta, Tarpley, Juno, Sabinal, Hunt, Camp Wood, Lake View, Barksdale and Vance. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do during a Flood Advisory
- 1Slow down on wet roadsPonding water can make cars slide.
- 2Avoid low spotsUnderpasses and dips fill with water first.
- 3Never drive through waterYou can’t tell how deep it is or if the road is gone.
Flood Watch vs. Warning
Flood Advisory questions
Is a Flood Advisory dangerous?
It is less serious than a warning, but water on roads can still be deadly. Never drive through it.
How long does it last?
Usually a few hours.