There is an ongoing flash flood threat across parts of Texas through Thursday. Over the past few days some locations west of Houston saw a crippling 15+ inches of rain. According to CNN the flooding has lead to at least seven deaths and over $5 billion in damage. Already this rain event broke the wettest April on record in the Houston area.
Areas of rain and thunderstorms will be going through southeast Texas Wednesday and Thursday which could exacerbate the flooding situation. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will move through the Houston area through early Thursday morning when it eases off. Then another round of showers and storms will start up again Thursday afternoon into the night. Do not drive or walk into flooded areas; the most fatalities due to hazards are from flash floods so be aware and stay in a safe place.
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