Watches, Warnings & Advisories



3 products issued by NWS for: 2 Miles ENE Harlingen TX

Flood Watch

Flood Watch
National Weather Service Brownsville TX
522 AM CDT Wed Jun 19 2024

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Zapata-Jim Hogg-Brooks-Inland Kenedy-Starr-Southern Hidalgo-
Inland Willacy-Inland Cameron-Coastal Kenedy-Northern Hidalgo-
Coastal Willacy-Coastal Cameron-Kenedy Island-Willacy Island-
Cameron Island-
Including the cities of McAllen, Sarita, Raymondville,
Brownsville, Zapata, Falfurrias, Laguna Vista, Port Mansfield,
Mission, San Manuel, Hebbronville, Weslaco, Port Isabel, South
Padre Island, Boca Chica Beach, Pharr, Edinburg, Roma, Harlingen,
and Rio Grande City
522 AM CDT Wed Jun 19 2024

...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
  possible.

* WHERE...A portion of Deep South Texas, including the following
  areas, Brooks, Cameron Island, Coastal Cameron, Coastal Kenedy,
  Coastal Willacy, Inland Cameron, Inland Kenedy, Inland Willacy,
  Jim Hogg, Kenedy Island, Northern Hidalgo, Southern Hidalgo,
  Starr, Willacy Island and Zapata.

* WHEN...Through Thursday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
  creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
  Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water
  crossings may be flooded.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.

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Hurricane Local Statement

Potential Tropical Cyclone One Local Statement Advisory Number 7
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Potential Tropical Cyclone One Local Statement Advisory Number 7
National Weather Service Brownsville TX  AL012024
346 AM CDT Wed Jun 19 2024

This product covers The Rio Grande Valley and Deep South Texas

***TROPICAL STORM WARNINGS HAVE BEEN ISSUED EXTENDED INLAND TO INCLUDE
 ALL OF CAMERON, KENEDY, AND WILLACY COUNTIES***

NEW INFORMATION
---------------

* CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
    - A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for Inland Cameron,
      Inland Kenedy, and Inland Willacy

* CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
    - A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Cameron Island,
      Coastal Cameron, Coastal Kenedy, Coastal Willacy, Inland
      Cameron, Inland Kenedy, Inland Willacy, Kenedy Island, and
      Willacy Island

* STORM INFORMATION:
    - About 310 miles southeast of South Padre Island TX or about 350
      miles southeast of Port Mansfield TX
    - 22.7N 93.8W
    - Storm Intensity 40 mph
    - Movement West-northwest or 285 degrees at 8 mph

SITUATION OVERVIEW
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At 4 AM CDT, a large area of low pressure in the Bay of Campeche
continues to remain unorganized and move north at 6 mph. This system
is expected to slowly strengthen and begin to move more westward
tonight into tomorrow and expected approach the central Mexico Gulf
coast tomorrow evening as a Tropical Storm. Tropical Storm Warnings
are in effect for all of Kenedy, Willacy and Cameron counties.

The main hazard across the lower Texas coast into Deep South Texas
remains flooding rainfall of generally 4-8 inches, with localized
rainfall amounts up to 10 or more inches, especially towards the
coast. High probability of flash flooding across Deep South Texas
today. Beach and marine conditions are becoming dangerous as well,
with coastal flooding of up to 2 feet likely, deadly rip currents,
high surf, gusty winds, and low visibility in heavy rainfall. The
strongest winds of this tropical system may reside well north of any
circulation. Tropical wind gusts up to 50 mph are likely offshore
and potentially into Kenedy, Willacy, and Cameron counties. Higher
winds gusts are also possible with bands of showers and
thunderstorms.

POTENTIAL IMPACTS
-----------------

* FLOODING RAIN:
Protect against life-threatening rainfall flooding having possible
extensive impacts across The Rio Grande Valley and Deep South Texas.
Potential impacts include:
    - Major rainfall flooding may prompt many evacuations and rescues.
    - Small streams, creeks, canals, arroyos, and ditches may become
      dangerous rivers. Flood control systems and barriers may become
      stressed.
    - Flood waters can enter many structures within multiple
      communities, some structures becoming uninhabitable or washed
      away. Many places where flood waters may cover escape routes.
      Streets and parking lots become filled with several feet of
      water with underpasses submerged. Driving conditions become
      dangerous. Many road and bridge closures with some weakened or
      washed out.

* SURGE:
Protect against locally hazardous surge having possible limited
impacts across the lower Texas coast. Potential impacts in this area
include:
    - Localized inundation with storm surge flooding mainly along
      immediate shorelines and in low-lying spots, or in areas
      farther inland near where higher surge waters move ashore.
    - Sections of near-shore roads and exposed parking lots could
      become covered with some surge water. Driving conditions
      dangerous in places where surge water covers the road.
    - Moderate beach erosion. Heavy surf also breaching dunes, mainly
      in usually vulnerable locations. Strong rip currents.
    - Minor damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. A few
      small craft broken away from moorings.

Elsewhere across The Rio Grande Valley and Deep South Texas, little
to no impact is anticipated.

* WIND:
Protect against hazardous wind having possible limited impacts across
the lower Texas coast and coastal portions of Kenedy, Willacy, and
Cameron counties. Potential impacts in this area include:
    - Damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored
      mobile homes. Unsecured lightweight objects blown about.
    - Many large tree limbs broken off. A few trees snapped or
      uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are
      shallow rooted. Some fences and roadway signs blown over.
    - A few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban
      or heavily wooded places. Hazardous driving conditions on
      bridges and other elevated roadways.
    - Scattered power and communications outages.

Elsewhere across The Rio Grande Valley and Deep South Texas, little
to no impact is anticipated.

* TORNADOES:
Protect against a tornado event having possible limited impacts
across The Rio Grande Valley and Deep South Texas. Potential impacts
include:
    - The occurrence of isolated tornadoes can hinder the execution
      of emergency plans during tropical events.
    - A few places may experience tornado damage, along with power
      and communications disruptions.
    - Locations could realize roofs peeled off buildings, chimneys
      toppled, mobile homes pushed off foundations or overturned,
      large tree tops and branches snapped off, shallow-rooted trees
      knocked over, moving vehicles blown off roads, and small boats
      pulled from moorings.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
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* EVACUATIONS:
Follow the advice of local officials.


* OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION:
Now is the time to complete all preparations to protect life and
property in accordance with your emergency plan. Ensure you are in a
safe location before the onset of strong winds or possible flooding.

If you are a visitor, be sure to know the name of the city or town in
which you are staying and the name of the county in which it resides.
Listen for these locations in local news updates. Pay attention for
instructions from local authorities.

Storm surge is the leading killer associated with tropical storms and
hurricanes! Make sure you are in a safe area away from the surge
zone. Even if you are not in a surge-prone area, you could find
yourself cutoff by flood waters during and after the storm. Heed
evacuation orders issued by the local authorities.

Rapidly rising flood waters are deadly. If you are in a flood-prone
area, consider moving to higher ground. Never drive through a flooded
roadway. Remember, turn around don`t drown!

Closely monitor weather.gov, NOAA Weather radio or local news outlets
for official storm information. Be ready to adapt to possible changes
to the forecast. Ensure you have multiple ways to receive weather
warnings.


* ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION:
- For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov
- For information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.org
- For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org

NEXT UPDATE
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The next local statement will be issued by the National Weather
Service in Brownsville TX around 10 AM CDT, or sooner if conditions
warrant.

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Tropical Storm Warning

One Local Watch/Warning Statement/Advisory Number 7
National Weather Service Brownsville TX  AL012024
340 AM CDT Wed Jun 19 2024

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Inland Cameron-
340 AM CDT Wed Jun 19 2024

...TROPICAL STORM WARNING IN EFFECT...

A Tropical Storm Warning means tropical storm-force winds are
expected somewhere within this area within the next 36 hours

* LOCATIONS AFFECTED
    - Brownsville
    - Harlingen
    - La Feria

* WIND
    - LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Below tropical storm force wind
        - Peak Wind Forecast: 25-35 mph with gusts to 35 mph

    - THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST
      UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Potential for wind 39
      to 57 mph
        - The wind threat has increased from the previous assessment.
        - PLAN: Plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm
          force.
        - PREPARE: Remaining efforts to protect property should be
          completed as soon as possible. Prepare for limited wind
          damage.
        - ACT: Move to safe shelter before the wind becomes hazardous.

    - POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Limited
        - Damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored
          mobile homes. Unsecured lightweight objects blown about.
        - Many large tree limbs broken off. A few trees snapped or
          uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees
          are shallow rooted. Some fences and roadway signs blown
          over.
        - A few roads impassable from debris, particularly within
          urban or heavily wooded places. Hazardous driving
          conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways.
        - Scattered power and communications outages.

* STORM SURGE
    - LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Not available at this time. To be
      updated shortly.

    - THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST
      UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Not available at this
      time. To be updated shortly.

    - POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Not available at this time. To be updated
      shortly.

* FLOODING RAIN
    - LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Flood Watch is in effect
        - Peak Rainfall Amounts: Additional 6-10 inches, with locally
          higher amounts

    - THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST
      UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Potential for major
      flooding rain
        - The flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from
          the previous assessment.
        - PLAN: Emergency plans should include the potential for
          major flooding from heavy rain. Evacuations and rescues are
          likely.
        - PREPARE: Strongly consider protective actions, especially
          if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding.
        - ACT: Heed any flood watches and warnings. Failure to take
          action will likely result in serious injury or loss of life.

    - POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Extensive
        - Major rainfall flooding may prompt many evacuations and
          rescues.
        - The Rio Grande will become swollen with swift currents and
          could breach the levee in some places. Arroyos, creeks,
          canals, and ditches will flow dangerously fast and high,
          and some may overspill their banks. Flood control systems
          and barriers may become stressed.
        - Flood waters can enter many structures within multiple
          communities, some structures becoming uninhabitable or
          washed away. Many places where flood waters may cover
          escape routes. Streets and parking lots become filled with
          several feet of water with underpasses submerged. Driving
          conditions become dangerous. Many road and bridge closures
          with some weakened or washed out.

* TORNADO
    - LATEST LOCAL FORECAST:
        - Situation is somewhat favorable for tornadoes

    - THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST
      UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Potential for a few
      tornadoes
        - The tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the
          previous assessment.
        - PLAN: Emergency plans should include the potential for a
          few tornadoes.
        - PREPARE: If your shelter is particularly vulnerable to
          tornadoes, prepare to relocate to safe shelter before
          hazardous weather arrives.
        - ACT: If a tornado warning is issued, be ready to shelter
          quickly.

    - POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Limited
        - The occurrence of isolated tornadoes can hinder the
          execution of emergency plans during tropical events.
        - A few places may experience tornado damage, along with
          power and communications disruptions.
        - Locations could realize roofs peeled off buildings,
          chimneys toppled, mobile homes pushed off foundations or
          overturned, large tree tops and branches snapped off,
          shallow-rooted trees knocked over, moving vehicles blown
          off roads, and small boats pulled from moorings.

* FOR MORE INFORMATION:
    - https://ready.gov/hurricanes

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