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River Flood Warning 112, NWS Austin/San Antonio, TX
NWS Austin/San Antonio, TX issued this river flood warning at Dec 6, 2018, 9:51 AM CST for Bastrop County, Fayette County, Texas. It took effect at Dec 8, 2018, 3:10 PM CST. It was in force for 44 hr.
The area
The outline as issued.
The facts
- Issued
- Dec 6, 2018, 9:51 AM CST (15:51 UTC)
- In effect from
- Dec 8, 2018, 3:10 PM CST
- Expired
- Dec 10, 2018, 11:20 AM CST
- In force
- 44 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Austin/San Antonio, TX
- Area
- Storm-based polygon
- Flood severity
- Moderate
Counties Bastrop County, TX, Fayette County, TX
The radar
The Ft Hood radar (KGRK), 88 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 15:51 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.
The river
Written for the forecast point Colorado River (TX) near Smithville (SMIT2). The gauge peaked at 18.51 ft at Dec 9, 2018, 12:00 AM CST.
- Action stage
- 10 ft
- Minor stage
- 20 ft
- Moderate stage
- 23 ft
- Major stage
- 28 ft
This gauge today: stage, forecast and historic crests
Stage from the USGS instantaneous record for site 08159500, one reading an hour, from a day before the product to a day after it ended. Flood stages are today's.
The text
As transmitted.
695
WGUS44 KEWX 061551
FLWEWX
BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Flood Warning
National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio TX
951 AM CST Thu Dec 6 2018
...The National Weather Service in Austin/San Antonio has issued
a flood warning for the...
Colorado River...Onion Creek...Pedernales River
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
All persons with interests along the river should monitor
the latest forecasts, and be prepared to take necessary
precautions to protect life and property.
River stage forecasts are based on observed rainfall along with
predicted rain. If actual rainfall varies from forecast
values, forecast river stages will vary.
Do not drive automobiles through flooded areas. Remember, 18 inches
of water or less can carry away most vehicles, including trucks.
If you see flood waters or come upon a flooded roadway, remember
to turn around and do not drown.
For the latest river stages and forecasts visit our web page at
www.weather.gov/ewx.
&&
TXC453-070951-
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951 AM CST Thu Dec 6 2018
The National Weather Service in Austin/San Antonio has issued a
* Flood Warning for the Onion Creek At Hwy 183.
* from late Friday night to Saturday evening...or until the warning is
cancelled.
* At 9:00 AM Thursday the stage was 5.3 feet.
* Flood stage is 17.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by Saturday morning and continue to rise to
near 18.9 feet by Saturday morning.The river will fall below flood stage by
late Saturday morning.
* Impact...At 20.0 feet...Minor lowland flooding threatens secondary roads, but
neighborhoods along Onion Creek are not affected. Upstream, the 12000 block of
Old San Antonio Road is likely flooded and impassable.
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue
Hwy 183 15 17 5.3 Thu 09 AM 7.5 18.3 11.1 8.7 8.0
&&
LAT...LON 3012 9781 3018 9779 3023 9759 3019 9753
$$
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951 AM CST Thu Dec 6 2018
The National Weather Service in Austin/San Antonio has issued a
* Flood Warning for the Colorado River At Bastrop.
* from Saturday afternoon to Sunday evening...or until the warning is cancelled.
* At 9:00 AM Thursday the stage was 3.9 feet.
* Flood stage is 23.0 feet.
* Moderate flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by Saturday early afternoon and continue to
rise to near 26.4 feet by early Sunday morning.The river will fall below flood
stage by late Sunday morning.
* Impact...At 27.0 feet...Moderate lowland flooding below Austin to below
Smithville threatens homes above Smithville in the Doty River, Hidden Valley,
and Pecan Shores Estates subdivisions. Livestock should be moved from
vulnerable areas of the flood plain. Low roads and bridges in the flood plain
are flooded and dangerous to motorists
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue
Bastrop 14 23 3.9 Thu 09 AM 3.3 14.3 25.1 13.3 7.2
&&
LAT...LON 3007 9737 3014 9731 3006 9717 2999 9718
$$
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951 AM CST Thu Dec 6 2018
The National Weather Service in Austin/San Antonio has issued a
* Flood Warning for the Colorado River Near Smithville.
* From Saturday afternoon to Monday morning...or until the warning is cancelled.
* At 9:10 AM Thursday the stage was 2.9 feet.
* Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
* Moderate flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by Saturday afternoon and continue to rise
to near 26.2 feet by Sunday morning.The river will fall below flood stage by
Sunday before midnight.
* Impact...At 25.0 feet...Flow threatens lowest residences five miles upstream
at Hidden Valley Estates and three miles upstream at Doty River Estates. Roads
and bridges near the river flood and are dangerous to motorists.
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue
Smithville 10 20 2.9 Thu 09 AM 3.0 13.7 26.2 16.5 8.0
&&
LAT...LON 2999 9718 3006 9717 2996 9686 2989 9692
$$
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951 AM CST Thu Dec 6 2018
The National Weather Service in Austin/San Antonio has issued a
* Flood Warning for the Colorado River Above La Grange.
* From Saturday evening to late Monday night...or until the warning is
cancelled.
* At 9:00 AM Thursday the stage was 5.1 feet.
* Flood stage is 26.0 feet.
* Moderate flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by Saturday evening and continue to rise to
near 32.0 feet by Sunday before midnight.The river will fall below flood stage
by Monday afternoon.
* Impact...At 32.0 feet...Moderate lowland flooding reaches the flood plain near
La Grange. Homes in the Fritsch Auf Subdivision on the south bank of the
Colorado River may be threatened if heavy runoff down Buckners Creek adds to
the Colorado River flow at this level.
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue
La Grange 19 26 5.1 Thu 09 AM 4.8 13.4 29.5 31.0 17.2
&&
LAT...LON 2989 9692 2996 9686 2982 9669 2976 9675
$$
TXC031-070951-
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951 AM CST Thu Dec 6 2018
The National Weather Service in Austin/San Antonio has issued a
* Flood Warning for the Pedernales River At Johnson City.
* From late Friday night to late Saturday night...or until the warning is
cancelled.
* At 9:00 AM Thursday the stage was 10.4 feet.
* Flood stage is 14.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by Saturday morning and continue to rise to
near 15.2 feet by Saturday early afternoon.The river will fall below flood
stage by Saturday afternoon.
* Impact...At 14.0 feet...Minor lowland flooding reaches secondary roads,
crossings and low bridges. Low areas of LBJ National Park upstream are
flooded. Swimmers and recreationists should leave the river downstream in
Pedernales Falls State Park.
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue
Johnson City 13 14 10.4 Thu 09 AM 10.5 14.1 12.0 11.0 10.7
&&
LAT...LON 3026 9841 3034 9841 3037 9818 3046 9809
3041 9802 3031 9812
$$5 follow-up statements
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WGUS84 KEWX 062041
FLSEWX
Flood Statement
National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio TX
241 PM CST Thu Dec 6 2018
...The flood warning continues for the following rivers in Texas...
Onion Creek At Hwy 183 Affecting Travis County
Colorado River At Bastrop Affecting Bastrop County
Colorado River Near Smithville Affecting Bastrop and Fayette Counties
Colorado River Above La Grange Affecting Fayette County
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
All persons with interests along the river should monitor
the latest forecasts, and be prepared to take necessary
precautions to protect life and property.
River stage forecasts are based on observed rainfall along with
predicted rain. If actual rainfall varies from forecast
from forecast values, forecast river stages will vary.
Do not drive automobiles through flooded areas. Remember, 18 inches
of water or less can carry away most vehicles, including trucks.
If you see flood waters or come upon a flooded roadway, remember
to turn around and do not drown.
For the latest river stages and forecasts visit our web page at
www.weather.gov/ewx.
&&
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241 PM CST Thu Dec 6 2018
The flood warning continues for the Onion Creek At Hwy 183.
* At 2:20 PM Thursday the stage was 5.3 feet.
* Flood stage is 17.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...rise above flood stage by Saturday morning and continue to rise to
near 19.3 feet by Saturday morning. The river will fall below flood stage by
late Saturday morning.
* Impact...At 20.0 feet...Minor lowland flooding threatens secondary roads, but
neighborhoods along Onion Creek are not affected. Upstream, the 12000 block of
Old San Antonio Road is likely flooded and impassable.
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue
Hwy 183 15 17 5.3 Thu 02 PM 7.0 19.3 8.9 7.4 7.1
&&
LAT...LON 3012 9781 3018 9779 3023 9759 3019 9753
$$
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241 PM CST Thu Dec 6 2018
The flood warning continues for the Colorado River At Bastrop.
* At 2:00 PM Thursday the stage was 4.6 feet.
* Flood stage is 23.0 feet.
* Moderate flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...rise above flood stage by Saturday afternoon and continue to rise
to near 26.5 feet by Saturday before midnight. The river will fall below flood
stage by Sunday morning.
* Impact...At 27.0 feet...Moderate lowland flooding below Austin to below
Smithville threatens homes above Smithville in the Doty River, Hidden Valley,
and Pecan Shores Estates subdivisions. Livestock should be moved from
vulnerable areas of the flood plain. Low roads and bridges in the flood plain
are flooded and dangerous to motorists
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue
Bastrop 14 23 4.6 Thu 02 PM 4.5 12.4 22.4 9.1 5.3
&&
LAT...LON 3007 9737 3014 9731 3006 9717 2999 9718
$$
TXC021-149-071440-
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241 PM CST Thu Dec 6 2018
The flood warning continues for the Colorado River Near Smithville.
* At 2:10 PM Thursday the stage was 2.6 feet.
* Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
* Moderate flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...rise above flood stage by Saturday evening and continue to rise to
near 23.9 feet by Sunday morning. The river will fall below flood stage by
Sunday afternoon.
* Impact...At 23.0 feet...Moderate lowland flooding extends well into the flood
plain inundating lowest homes and bridges below Bastrop to above Columbus.
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue
Smithville 10 20 2.6 Thu 02 PM 3.1 9.3 23.9 12.5 5.2
&&
LAT...LON 2999 9718 3006 9717 2996 9686 2989 9692
$$
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241 PM CST Thu Dec 6 2018
The flood warning continues for the Colorado River Above La Grange.
* At 2:25 PM Thursday the stage was 5.5 feet.
* Flood stage is 26.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...rise above flood stage by Sunday morning and continue to rise to
near 29.0 feet by Sunday evening. The river will fall below flood stage by
Monday morning.
* Impact...At 29.0 feet...Flow covers lowest areas of the flood plain with no
major damage. Lowest roads and bridges are flooded.
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue
La Grange 19 26 5.5 Thu 02 PM 4.9 12.4 26.0 26.6 12.7
&&
LAT...LON 2989 9692 2996 9686 2982 9669 2976 9675
$$560
WGUS84 KEWX 071523
FLSEWX
Flood Statement
National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio TX
923 AM CST Fri Dec 7 2018
...The flood warning is cancelled for the following rivers in Texas...
Onion Creek At Hwy 183 Affecting Travis County
Colorado River At Bastrop Affecting Bastrop County
...The flood warning continues for the following rivers in Texas...
Colorado River Near Smithville Affecting Bastrop and Fayette Counties
Colorado River Above La Grange Affecting Fayette County
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
All persons with interests along the river should monitor
the latest forecasts, and be prepared to take necessary
precautions to protect life and property.
River stage forecasts are based on observed rainfall along with
predicted rain. If actual rainfall varies from forecast
from forecast values, forecast river stages will vary.
Do not drive automobiles through flooded areas. Remember, 18 inches
of water or less can carry away most vehicles, including trucks.
If you see flood waters or come upon a flooded roadway, remember
to turn around and do not drown.
For the latest river stages and forecasts visit our web page at
www.weather.gov/ewx.
&&
TXC453-071553-
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923 AM CST Fri Dec 7 2018
The flood warning is cancelled for the Onion Creek At Hwy 183.
* At 9:00 AM Friday the stage was 7.0 feet.
* Flood stage is 17.0 feet.
* Forecast...The river will crest below flood stage at 15.4 feet tomorrow late
morning. This forecast is based on 48 hours
of future rainfall.
* Impact...At 15.0 feet...Flow exceeds lowest sections of the banks. Low street
crossings and bridges are threatened.
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed
Hwy 183 15 17 7.0 Fri 09 AM 14.0 8.0 7.0 6.8 6.7
&&
LAT...LON 3012 9781 3018 9779 3023 9759 3019 9753
$$
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923 AM CST Fri Dec 7 2018
The flood warning is cancelled for the Colorado River At Bastrop.
* At 9:00 AM Friday the stage was 4.5 feet.
* Flood stage is 23.0 feet.
* Forecast...The river will crest below flood stage at 19.1 feet tomorrow
evening. This forecast is based on 48 hours
of future rainfall.
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed
Bastrop 14 23 4.5 Fri 09 AM 12.5 16.9 8.2 5.3 4.5
&&
LAT...LON 3007 9737 3014 9731 3006 9717 2999 9718
$$
TXC021-149-080923-
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923 AM CST Fri Dec 7 2018
The flood warning continues for the Colorado River Near Smithville.
* At 9:10 AM Friday the stage was 3.0 feet.
* Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...rise above flood stage by early Sunday morning and continue to rise
to near 20.1 feet by Sunday morning. The river will fall below flood stage by
Sunday morning. This forecast is based on 48 hours
of future rainfall.
* Impact...At 20.0 feet...Minor lowland flooding reaches secondary roads and low
water crossings near the river
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed
Smithville 10 20 3.0 Fri 09 AM 11.6 19.9 10.4 5.0 3.7
&&
LAT...LON 2999 9718 3006 9717 2996 9686 2989 9692
$$
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923 AM CST Fri Dec 7 2018
The flood warning continues for the Colorado River Above La Grange.
* At 9:00 AM Friday the stage was 5.1 feet.
* Flood stage is 26.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...rise above flood stage by Sunday early afternoon and continue to
rise to near 26.1 feet by Sunday early afternoon. The river will fall below
flood stage by Sunday afternoon. This forecast is based on 48 hours
of future rainfall.
* Impact...At 26.0 feet...Minor lowland flooding covers low areas of the flood
plain with no significant damage. Lowest roads and bridges are flooded.
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed
La Grange 19 26 5.1 Fri 09 AM 13.9 25.6 21.9 11.4 7.3
&&
LAT...LON 2989 9692 2996 9686 2982 9669 2976 9675
$$138
WGUS84 KEWX 080151
FLSEWX
Flood Statement
National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio TX
751 PM CST Fri Dec 7 2018
...The flood warning continues for the following rivers in Texas...
Colorado River Near Smithville Affecting Bastrop and Fayette Counties
Colorado River Above La Grange Affecting Fayette County
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
All persons with interests along the river should monitor
the latest forecasts, and be prepared to take necessary
precautions to protect life and property.
River stage forecasts are based on observed rainfall along with
predicted rain. If actual rainfall varies from forecast
from forecast values, forecast river stages will vary.
Do not drive automobiles through flooded areas. Remember, 18 inches
of water or less can carry away most vehicles, including trucks.
If you see flood waters or come upon a flooded roadway, remember
to turn around and do not drown.
For the latest river stages and forecasts visit our web page at
www.weather.gov/ewx.
&&
TXC021-149-081951-
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751 PM CST Fri Dec 7 2018
The flood warning continues for
the Colorado River Near Smithville.
* At 7:10 PM Friday the stage was 3.8 feet.
* Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by Saturday evening and continue to rise to
near 21.7 feet by Sunday morning. The river will fall below flood stage by
late Sunday morning.
* Impact...At 23.0 feet...Moderate lowland flooding extends well into the flood
plain inundating lowest homes and bridges below Bastrop to above Columbus.
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed
Smithville 10 20 3.8 Fri 07 PM 11.9 21.5 11.6 5.5 3.8
&&
LAT...LON 2999 9718 3006 9717 2996 9686 2989 9692
$$
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751 PM CST Fri Dec 7 2018
The flood warning continues for
the Colorado River Above La Grange.
* At 7:25 PM Friday the stage was 6.7 feet.
* Flood stage is 26.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by early Sunday morning and continue to rise
to near 27.6 feet by Sunday afternoon. The river will fall below flood stage
by early Monday morning.
* Impact...At 29.0 feet...Flow covers lowest areas of the flood plain with no
major damage. Lowest roads and bridges are flooded.
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed
La Grange 19 26 6.7 Fri 07 PM 13.1 26.7 24.2 12.3 7.6
&&
LAT...LON 2989 9692 2996 9686 2982 9669 2976 9675
$$678
WGUS84 KEWX 080837
FLSEWX
Flood Statement
National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio TX
237 AM CST Sat Dec 8 2018
...The flood warning continues for the following rivers in Texas...
Colorado River Near Smithville Affecting Bastrop and Fayette Counties
Colorado River Above La Grange Affecting Fayette County
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
All persons with interests along the river should monitor
the latest forecasts, and be prepared to take necessary
precautions to protect life and property.
River stage forecasts are based on observed rainfall along with
predicted rain. If actual rainfall varies from forecast
from forecast values, forecast river stages will vary.
Do not drive automobiles through flooded areas. Remember, 18 inches
of water or less can carry away most vehicles, including trucks.
If you see flood waters or come upon a flooded roadway, remember
to turn around and do not drown.
For the latest river stages and forecasts visit our web page at
www.weather.gov/ewx.
&&
TXC021-149-090237-
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237 AM CST Sat Dec 8 2018
The flood warning continues for
the Colorado River Near Smithville.
* At 2:10 AM Saturday the stage was 9.5 feet.
* Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...rise above flood stage near 20.1 feet by early Sunday morning. The river will fall below flood stage by Sunday morning.
* Impact...At 20.0 feet...Minor lowland flooding reaches secondary roads and low
water crossings near the river
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG DAY TIME Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed
Smithville 10 20 9.5 Sat 02 AM 10.7 20.0 10.9 4.9 3.6
&&
LAT...LON 2999 9718 3006 9717 2996 9686 2989 9692
$$
TXC149-090237-
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/LGRT2.1.ER.181209T1000Z.181210T0000Z.181210T0700Z.NO/
237 AM CST Sat Dec 8 2018
The flood warning continues for
the Colorado River Above La Grange.
* At 2:16 AM Saturday the stage was 13.9 feet.
* Flood stage is 26.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...rise above flood stage by early Sunday and continue to rise to
near 27.4 feet by Sunday evening. The river will fall below flood stage by
early Monday morning.
* Impact...At 26.0 feet...Minor lowland flooding covers low areas of the flood
plain with no significant damage. Lowest roads and bridges are flooded.
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG DAY TIME Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed
La Grange 19 26 13.9 Sat 02 AM 16.4 26.2 23.6 12.6 7.0
&&
LAT...LON 2989 9692 2996 9686 2982 9669 2976 9675
$$245
WGUS84 KEWX 081402
FLSEWX
Flood Statement
National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio TX
802 AM CST Sat Dec 8 2018
...The flood warning is cancelled for the following rivers in Texas...
Colorado River Near Smithville Affecting Bastrop and Fayette Counties
Colorado River Above La Grange Affecting Fayette County
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
All persons with interests along the river should monitor
the latest forecasts, and be prepared to take necessary
precautions to protect life and property.
River stage forecasts are based on observed rainfall along with
predicted rain. If actual rainfall varies from forecast
from forecast values, forecast river stages will vary.
Do not drive automobiles through flooded areas. Remember, 18 inches
of water or less can carry away most vehicles, including trucks.
If you see flood waters or come upon a flooded roadway, remember
to turn around and do not drown.
For the latest river stages and forecasts visit our web page at
www.weather.gov/ewx.
&&
TXC021-149-081432-
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/SMIT2.N.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.NO/
802 AM CST Sat Dec 8 2018
The flood warning is cancelled for
the Colorado River Near Smithville.
* At 7:10 AM Saturday the stage was 13.2 feet.
* Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
* Forecast...The river will crest below flood stage at 16.4 feet tonight.
* Impact...At 20.0 feet...Minor lowland flooding reaches secondary roads and low
water crossings near the river
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu
Smithville 10 20 13.2 Sat 7 AM 15.5 7.6 4.3 3.4 3.0
&&
LAT...LON 2999 9718 3006 9717 2996 9686 2989 9692
$$
TXC149-081432-
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/LGRT2.N.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.NO/
802 AM CST Sat Dec 8 2018
The flood warning is cancelled for
the Colorado River Above La Grange.
* At 7:46 AM Saturday the stage was 18.7 feet.
* Flood stage is 26.0 feet.
* Forecast...The river will crest below flood stage at 22.7 feet tonight.
* Impact...At 26.0 feet...Minor lowland flooding covers low areas of the flood
plain with no significant damage. Lowest roads and bridges are flooded.
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Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu
La Grange 19 26 18.7 Sat 8 AM 22.5 14.9 9.2 6.2 5.5
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LAT...LON 2989 9692 2996 9686 2982 9669 2976 9675
$$What forecasters said that day
The local office's own words before this river flood warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.
NWS Austin/San Antonio, TX wrote its last area forecast discussion before this river flood warning went out at Dec 6, 5:44 AM CST, 4 hours 7 minutes earlier.
Area forecast discussion, Dec 6, 5:44 AM CST, 4 hours 7 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio TX 544 AM CST Thu Dec 6 2018 .UPDATE... Ceilings have been gradually lowering early this morning and will continue to lower through midday. IFR to LIFR ceilings are already occurring across the Hill Country with MVFR ceilings elsewhere. A gradual lowering of the ceilings to IFR along the I-35 corridor and Rio Grande, including SAT/AUS/DRT, is expected 13Z-18Z. Can't rule out LIFR at SAT, but not explicitly indicated in the TAF. In addition, some -SHRA and -DZ will develop across the region. Improvement over ceilings back into MVFR may occur along the Rio Grande at DRT late afternoon, but remainder of the Hill Country and I-35 corridor region looks to remain IFR in the afternoon. Conditions deteriorate this evening and overnight, with LIFR ceilings and IFR to MVFR visibility forecast to develop areawide along with -RA. A slow moving cold front will move through northern areas overnight and southern areas Friday morning, with moderate to pockets of brief heavy rainfall possible. && .PREV DISCUSSION... /ISSUED 426 AM CST Thu Dec 6 2018/ SHORT TERM (Today through Friday)... Area Doppler radars are detecting light echoes across the International border Mexico/US and portions of the Rio Grande early this morning. This activity is expected to continue overnight and spread eastward and across the rest of South Central Texas later today. Increased moisture coupled with a low level jet of 30 to 40 knots according to SPC Mesoanalysis (925MB/850MB) maps will continue to tap into a passing mid-level short-wave to keep our area cloudy and showery for most of today. However, rainfall accumulations should be limited to one quarter inch or less for the period. High temperatures are expected to reach only the upper 50s/lower 60s across the Hill Country and mid to upper 60s along and southeast of Interstate 35 and south of Highway 90. Rain chances increase this evening into Friday as a cold front moves across the area. The shower activity is expected to intensify as the boundary approaches the Hill Country. This is what we know as far as the timing of the cold front. HiRes models bring the boundary across the Hill Country/southern Edwards Plateau around 8 PM this evening. Medium range models are around 3 hours behind with it. One thing for sure that once the front arrives, showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected along the cold front and ahead of it (warmer sector). Pwats will be on the increase overnight/early Friday and averaging 1.5 to 1.8 inches through the period. These are well-above the climate values for this time of the year and suggest locally heavy rain. As the day progresses on Friday, the cold front will continue to slowly push to the southeast and into the coastal plains in the afternoon. As earlier mentioned with the faster movement of the boundary, the axis for the heavier precipitation is expected to be southeast of the I-35 corridor and east of Interstate 37. The slower solution brings the axis of the heavier precipitation just to the southeast of I-35 corridor and east of Interstate 37. A second round of showers and thunderstorms is expected late afternoon/early evening across the Rio Grande and then to move eastward throughout the night into Saturday morning as an potent upper level system moves across our area. This will bring locally heavy rain across the area especially southeast of I-35 and east of I-37 in addition to a marginal risk for severe thunderstorms. Main treats could be damaging winds and hail with stronger storms. Storm totals rainfall forecast for the event are as follow: 1 to 3 inches along and west of Highway 83, 3 to 5 inches east of Highway 83 to Highway 281 and 4 to 6 inches points east of Highway 281. A Flash Flood watch is in effect from Friday afternoon through noon Saturday. Locally heavy rain is expected for the period with likely flash flooding across area roadways, underpasses, low lying locations and poor drainage places. Small creeks and tributaries could be impacted as well. LONG TERM (Friday Night through Wednesday)... The upper level system will move across the area Friday night into Saturday morning. Rain will come to an end from west to east during the overnight hours and clearing the entire area Saturday morning. The rest of the upcoming weekend looks dry with cooler temperatures. Light freeze are expected Sunday, Monday and Tuesday mornings of next week. Next chance for rain comes Wednesday and Thursday as couple of frontal boundaries move across the area. && .PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS... Austin Camp Mabry 54 58 47 53 38 / 90 100 100 30 0 Austin Bergstrom Intl Airport 54 58 48 55 38 / 90 100 100 30 0 New Braunfels Muni Airport 56 59 49 55 37 / 80 100 100 20 0 Burnet Muni Airport 49 52 43 49 34 / 90 100 100 20 0 Del Rio Intl Airport 56 60 46 58 39 / 60 90 60 10 0 Georgetown Muni Airport 51 54 45 51 36 / 90 100 100 30 0 Hondo Muni Airport 58 63 48 59 37 / 70 90 90 10 0 San Marcos Muni Airport 55 60 48 55 37 / 80 100 100 20 0 La Grange - Fayette Regional 59 65 51 56 40 / 60 100 100 30 0 San Antonio Intl Airport 57 61 49 56 38 / 80 90 100 20 0 Stinson Muni Airport 59 63 51 59 40 / 70 90 100 20 0 && .EWX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES... Flash Flood Watch from Friday afternoon through Saturday morning for Atascosa-Bastrop-Bexar-Blanco-Burnet-Caldwell-Comal-De Witt- Fayette-Frio-Gonzales-Guadalupe-Hays-Karnes-Kendall-Lavaca-Lee- Medina-Travis-Williamson-Wilson. && Aviation...Runyen Short-Term/Long-Term...17
Hazardous weather outlook, Dec 6, 4:02 AM CST, 5 hours 49 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio TX 402 AM CST Thu Dec 6 2018 TXZ171>173-183>194-202>209-217>225-228-071015- Llano-Burnet-Williamson-Val Verde-Edwards-Real-Kerr-Bandera- Gillespie-Kendall-Blanco-Hays-Travis-Bastrop-Lee-Kinney-Uvalde- Medina-Bexar-Comal-Guadalupe-Caldwell-Fayette-Maverick-Zavala- Frio-Atascosa-Wilson-Karnes-Gonzales-De Witt-Lavaca-Dimmit- 402 AM CST Thu Dec 6 2018 This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for South-Central Texas.. .DAY ONE...Today And Tonight. No hazardous weather is expected at this time. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday. A cold front and potent upper level disturbance will bring widespread showers and a chance of thunderstorms to the area Thursday night through early Saturday morning. Locally heavy rainfall will be possible, potentially leading to flooding. Between 3 and 5 inches of rainfall are forecast over the eastern Hill Country and along the I-35 corridor, and between 4 and 6 inches with locally higher amounts east of I-35 and I-37. A Flash Flood Watch has been issued for these areas, in effect from Friday afternoon through Saturday morning. Flooding of creeks, smaller tributaries, low water crossings, and urban areas that are normally subject to flooding will be possible. In addition, there is a marginal risk some storms across far southeastern areas could become strong to severe Friday afternoon and evening. .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT... Spotters are encouraged to report rainfall measurements.
The office that day
Everything else NWS Austin/San Antonio, TX issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 4:49 AM CST | Flash Flood Watch | EWX | Atascosa, Bastrop, Bexar, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell and 16 more | 46 hr |
| Dec 6, 9:23 AM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Caldwell, Gonzales | 4 days |
| Dec 6, 9:23 AM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Caldwell, Gonzales | 3 days |
| Dec 6, 9:23 AM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Gonzales | 5 days |
| Dec 6, 9:23 AM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | DeWitt | 53 hr |
| Dec 6, 9:23 AM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | DeWitt | 5 days |
| Dec 6, 9:23 AM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Kerr | 64 hr |
| Dec 6, 9:37 AM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Bexar | 3 days |
| Dec 6, 9:37 AM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Bexar | 4 days |
| Dec 6, 9:37 AM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Bexar, Wilson | 4 days |
| Dec 6, 9:37 AM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Karnes, Wilson | 65 hr |
| Dec 6, 9:43 AM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Williamson | 35 hr |
| Dec 6, 9:51 AM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Travis | 61 hr |
| Dec 6, 9:51 AM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Bastrop | 4 days |
| Dec 6, 9:51 AM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Fayette | 5 days |
| Dec 6, 9:51 AM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Blanco | 24 hr |
| Dec 6, 2:03 PM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Caldwell, Hays | 24 hr |
| Dec 6, 2:27 PM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Bexar | 58 hr |
| Dec 6, 2:27 PM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Bexar | 3 days |
| Dec 6, 2:27 PM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Karnes | 4 days |
| Dec 6, 2:27 PM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Goliad, Karnes | 4 days |
| Dec 6, 2:27 PM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Bexar, Guadalupe | 56 hr |
| Dec 6, 2:27 PM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Karnes, Wilson | 4 days |
| Dec 6, 2:27 PM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Karnes | 4 days |
| Dec 6, 2:57 PM CST | River Flood Warning | EWX | Frio | 18 hr |
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Sources
The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive; the gauge from the NWS water service and the USGS.