Jim Hogg County, TX
Alerts
Alerts are listed in order of start time and level of severity. Click on the alert title to read details for each alert.
In effect from Monday 06/15 1:00 PM CDT – Wednesday 06/17 7:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Brownsville TX
What
Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
Where
A portion of Deep South Texas, including the following areas, Brooks, Cameron Island, Coastal Cameron, Coastal Kenedy, Coastal Willacy, Inland Cameron, Inland Kenedy, Inland Willacy, Jim Hogg, Kenedy Island, Northern Hidalgo, Southern Hidalgo, Starr, Willacy Island and Zapata.
When
From 1 PM CDT this afternoon through Wednesday morning.
Impacts
Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.
Additional Details
- Widespread heavy rainfall will likely produce totals between 3 to 6 inches with pockets of 8 inches or more possible. Rain rates may exceed 2 inches per hour at times. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to Do
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Areas Impacted
- Zapata
- Jim Hogg
- Brooks
- Inland Kenedy
- Starr
- Southern Hidalgo
- Inland Willacy
- Inland Cameron
- Coastal Kenedy
- Northern Hidalgo
- Coastal Willacy
- Coastal Cameron
- Kenedy Island
- Willacy Island
- Cameron Island
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property.
- Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood.
- Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan.
- Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.
If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Flood Watch
Created by the NWS Brownsville WFO
A Flood Watch has been issued for all of Deep South Texas from Monday afternoon into Wednesday morning, with estimated rainfall amounts of 3-6 inches, and isolated amounts of 8 inches or more where heavier showers or thunderstorms persist.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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