A Flash Flood Emergency has been issued for Kendall and Kerr counties in Texas, effective from 9:31 AM CDT through 3:30 PM CDT on July 16. This is the highest alert level for flooding and indicates that life-threatening conditions are occurring or imminent in these areas.
What’s Happening
Heavy rainfall has created dangerous flash flood conditions. The National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio office activated this emergency alert, meaning water is rising rapidly in streams, creeks, and low-lying areas. Residents in the affected counties should treat this as an active threat through mid-afternoon.
What You Might Notice
If you’re in Kendall or Kerr counties, expect rapidly rising water in normally dry creek beds and ditches, water flowing across roads and underpasses, and potential isolation of homes or vehicles. Even brief heavy rain can cause significant water accumulation in these areas.
Who Is Affected
Residents, workers, and travelers in Kendall and Kerr counties face the greatest risk. Anyone planning to drive through these areas should delay travel or find alternate routes. Outdoor activities should be postponed until the warning expires.
Practical Steps
Stay alert to local weather updates through the warning period. Move to higher ground if you live near streams or low areas. Do not attempt to drive or walk through flooded roadways—this is the primary cause of flood deaths. Keep your phone charged and have a battery-powered weather radio tuned to local alerts if power becomes unstable due to storms. If conditions develop that require evacuation, follow local emergency management instructions immediately.
For real-time weather alerts and emergency information for your area, monitor your local National Weather Service office.
Source: National Weather Service (NWS)
