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Flood Warning — Val Verde County, Texas

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What the National Weather Service said

Starts: Nov 10, 7:08 PM CST
Ends: Nov 11, 11:00 PM CST
Homes in the area: About 18,438

Flood Warning issued November 10 at 10:33PM CST until November 11 at 2:00PM CST by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

Flood Warning issued November 10 at 7:08PM CST until November 11 at 11:00PM CST by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

...The National Weather Service in Austin/San Antonio has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Texas...

Devils River At Cauthorn Ranch Near Juno affecting Val Verde County.

What: Minor flooding is forecast.

Where: Devils River at Cauthorn Ranch Near Juno.

When: Until Wednesday afternoon.

Impacts: At 8.0 feet, (2.4 meters), Several low crossings on Highway 163 on the Devils River are flooded, and motorists may become stranded between crossings for several hours.

Additional details: - At 10:15 PM CST Tuesday the stage was 7.9 feet. - Bankfull stage is 7.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 8.0 feet late this evening. It will then fall below flood stage just after midnight tonight. - Flood stage is 8.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 9.1 feet on 06/28/2016. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Texas...

Devils River At Bakers Crossing 19N Of Comstock affecting Val Verde County.

What: Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

Where: Devils River at Bakers Crossing 19N Of Comstock.

When: Until Wednesday evening.

Impacts: At 6.0 feet, (1.8 meters), Minor lowland flooding extends into low areas of the flood plain with no significant impact.

Additional details: - At 6:15 PM CST Tuesday the stage was 6.3 feet. - Bankfull stage is 4.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 6:15 PM CST Tuesday was 6.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 6.4 feet late this evening. It will then fall below flood stage late tomorrow morning. - Flood stage is 6.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What the Weather Service says to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas.

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.

Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.

The next statement will be issued Wednesday morning at 1045 AM CST.

Source: NWS Austin/San Antonio TX — original alert 1, alert 2.

Where

Val Verde County, Texas.

Area named in the alert: Val Verde, TX.

ZIP codes in the counties named in the alert: 78840

What to do first

Do not walk or drive through flood water. A few inches of moving water can knock you down or carry a car.
If water reached outlets or the electrical panel, do not touch them. Turn off power at the main breaker only if you are standing somewhere dry.
Take dated photos and video of the water line, floors, walls and damaged belongings before you move anything.
Start drying as soon as it is safe: pump or mop out water and open the house up. Wet drywall and carpet can grow mold within 24 to 48 hours.
Call your insurer to ask how to start a claim. Flood is often a separate policy from home insurance.

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