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NWS Declares Flash Flood Emergency in Menard After 9+ Inches of Rain

The rare alert signals a life-threatening situation with more heavy rain expected across the region.

Overview

  • The NWS San Angelo office issued the emergency around 1:30 p.m. Thursday, urging residents to seek higher ground and avoid travel unless evacuating.
  • Menard recorded more than 9.2 inches of rain, far above its typical November total of just over 2 inches, with localized reports of higher amounts.
  • County officials ordered evacuations in low-lying areas and RV parks as streams feeding the San Saba River overflowed.
  • A Flood Warning is in effect for the San Saba River, which is forecast to rise above flood stage Friday and crest near 25.9 feet around midnight Saturday.
  • Flash flood watches and warnings extend across central and western Texas, affecting areas including Austin, Waco, and Del Rio as the moisture-rich system persists.