Headline:
Flood Advisory issued July 16 at 7:55PM CDT until July 17 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 16, 2026 - 5:55pm
Expires:
July 16, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...A portion of south central Texas, including the following
county, Gillespie.
* WHEN...Until 100 AM CDT.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous flows over low-water crossings. River or
stream flows are elevated.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 754 PM CDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges
reported between 3 and 15 inches of rain have fallen over the
past 48 hours. There will be residual areas of flooding of
roadways and poorly drained areas.
- Additional rainfall amounts up to 2 inches are possible over
the area in next few hours with storms moving in from the
south.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Fredericksburg, Stonewall, Tivydale, Crabapple, Cherry
Spring, Cain City, Rocky Hill, Grapetown, Doss, Enchanted
Rock State Natural Area, Blumenthal, Luckenbach, Eckert,
Willow City, Harper, LBJ State Park, Albert and LBJ National
Historical Park.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
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.
Area Description:
Gillespie, TX
Forcast Office:
NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov