Communities in Texas devastated by a deadly flooding disaster are preparing for more torrential rain and thunderstorms this week. Search and rescue operations are ongoing in Texas’ Hill Country as the threat of flooding looms once again. Over the Fourth of July weekend, multiple Flash Flood Emergencies were declared in south-central Texas, with forecasters cautioning about a dangerous flood wave moving down the Guadalupe River. Tragically, more than 90 individuals lost their lives in Kerr, Burnet, Travis, Kendall, Williamson, and Tom Green counties, including many children at a summer camp. As rescue efforts continue on the ground and in the air, a new flash flood risk has emerged. The forecast indicates heavy rain and thunderstorms persisting in south-central Texas through Tuesday, with Flood Watches and Warnings in effect. River and lake flooding downstream is expected to persist in the coming days. The saturated ground from the recent catastrophe increases the risk of flash flooding with any new storms. Despite the initial rivers reaching peak crests, downstream flooding will continue. The Guadalupe River in Bloomington is not projected to reach minor flood stage until Wednesday. The NOAA’s Weather Prediction Center has issued a flash flood threat for much of south-central Texas, with many affected communities at a Level 3 out of 4 risk.
