Get Ready: Heavy Rain Threatens South-Central Texas
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
Following the intense flooding in July, San Antonio and south-central Texas are once again in the path of a significant rain event. What makes this event particular? Multiple phenomena are combining to increase the potential for rain starting Wednesday afternoon. These phenomena are the result of residual moisture from Cyclone Polo, which impacted Baja California Sur, along with low-level moisture coming from the Gulf of Mexico. To lift all that moisture, a strong cold front from West Texas will arrive. How much rain could fall? Given such a humid atmosphere, meteorological guides suggest that accumulations in San Antonio, the Hill Country, and the border area could range from 3 to 6 inches. However, some areas could receive up to 8 inches. These accumulations over Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday could lead to flash flooding. This does not mean it will rain continuously, but there could be torrential downpours. When will it happen? The impacts will not begin at the same time. On Wednesday morning and part of the afternoon, the most affected areas will be the border and the Hill Country. For San Antonio, the impact is expected more between Wednesday evening/night and early Thursday morning. San Antonio is expected to experience a later impact due to the cold front crossing our area Wednesday night into Thursday morning. What impacts should I expect? Between Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, torrential rains are expected to cause flooding in creeks, poorly drained areas, and bodies of water such as rivers and streams. With these conditions, road closures, heavy traffic, flight delays, and possible cancellations of outdoor activities, such as high school football games, are anticipated, especially between Thursday and Friday.
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