Severe weather continues, triggering Flood Advisory in Houston and surrounding areas Sunday

In Harris County, Texas, continues to provide comprehensive coverage of the heavy rainfall affecting northern counties since Tuesday, causing flooding reminiscent of “Hurricane Harvey” levels.

Sunday was designated as an Weather Alert Day due to the approach of another round of intense storms towards the city and surrounding areas, prompting a Flood Advisory until 1 p.m.

Rosie Nguyen was on the roads on Sunday to assess the conditions. Several road closures have been implemented to ensure driver safety due to high water levels, including the closure of the Monmouth Street exit on the East Freeway on I-10 in the Channelview area.

A photo posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, depicts the roadway submerged, with water nearly reaching the height of road signs.

Precinct 4 has advised drivers to exercise caution on flooded roadways in the Atascocita area. Earlier in the day, the Harris County Office of Emergency Management alerted residents to areas expected to flood during Sunday’s thunderstorms and where flooding is possible.

Numerous areas have already experienced significant flooding after days of relentless rain. SkyEye captured rescue boats in action on Saturday in Channelview.

Judge Lina Hidalgo addressed the media before assessing the damage in Channelview and Kingwood, which has been inundated with floodwaters since the start of the week.

Hidalgo emphasized the unpredictable nature of these situations, stating, “It’s a bit of a Russian roulette with these areas. Wherever the rain falls, wherever the water flows down the river, that’s where the impact will be felt.”

According to Harris County’s OEM, 224 individuals and 153 pets have been rescued since Tuesday evening. While no major injuries have been reported, several people have been displaced due to rising San Jacinto River levels.

The San Jacinto River’s current level stands at 55 feet but is anticipated to rise further as rain persists. Residents were advised to monitor the river’s levels to assess potential flooding risks.

Although the river did not reach the anticipated 61 feet, officials have begun rescinding evacuation orders. However, the timeline for the river’s return to normal levels remains uncertain.