Houston residents are preparing for potential flooding as a flood advisory is in effect for Harris County, as well as nearby Liberty and Montgomery Counties. The National Weather Service issued the advisory due to heavy rainfall from thunderstorms expected Monday morning, which could lead to minor flooding, especially in areas with poor drainage, according to FOX 26 Houston.
The National Weather Service Flood advisory is in effect until 11 a.m. and was issued in response to thunderstorms moving through the region, bringing widespread showers and storms. The forecast also predicts additional rain throughout the week.
Areas at risk of flooding include Humble, Kingwood, Aldine, Greater Greenspoint, Northside/Northline, and Near Northside Houston, as well as Roman Forest, Plum Grove, Atascocita, Lake Houston, Lake Houston Dam, Bush Intercontinental Airport, and neighborhoods like East Little York/Homestead and East Houston.
The National Weather Service expects showers and thunderstorms, particularly between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., with rainfall amounts ranging from half an inch to three-quarters of an inch. Residents are advised to stay alert as the weather pattern continues through the week.
