September is National Preparedness Month, a reminder that preparing for severe weather starts long before rain begins to fall.
In Harris County, heavy rainfall and rapidly changing weather can create dangerous conditions with little warning. One simple step residents can take now is making sure they have access to reliable weather and flood information when…
When heavy rain moves into Harris County, conditions can change quickly and may vary greatly from one neighborhood to another. The Harris County Flood Warning System gives residents a way to monitor rainfall and water levels in bayous, creeks, and tributaries as conditions develop.
The system provides real-time information from gages across Harris County and…
A less active hurricane season never means Harris County is free from flood risk.
During a recent appearance on Hurricane Center Live, Harris County Flood Control District meteorologist Jeff Lindner discussed how rainfall data, forecasting tools, and real-time information help residents better understand changing flood conditions.
One of the Flood Control District’s key tools is…
