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River Flood Warning 113, NWS Austin/San Antonio, TX
NWS Austin/San Antonio, TX issued this river flood warning at Dec 6, 2018, 9:51 AM CST for Fayette County, Texas. It took effect at Dec 8, 2018, 6:24 PM CST. It was in force for 58 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, 6:24 PM CST
- Expired
- Dec 11, 2018, 4:10 AM CST
- In force
- 58 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Austin/San Antonio, TX
- Area
- Storm-based polygon
- Flood severity
- Moderate
County Fayette County, TX
The radar
The Ft Hood radar (KGRK), 109 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) above La Grange (LGRT2).
- Action stage
- 19 ft
- Minor stage
- 26 ft
- Moderate stage
- 32 ft
- Major stage
- 37 ft
This gauge today: stage, forecast and historic crests
Stage from the USGS instantaneous record for site 08160400, 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.
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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
$$
TXC149-070951-
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951 AM CST Thu Dec 6 2018
The National Weather Service in Austin/San Antonio has issued a
* Flood Warning for the Colorado River Above La Grange.
* From Saturday evening to late Monday night...or until the warning is
cancelled.
* At 9:00 AM Thursday the stage was 5.1 feet.
* Flood stage is 26.0 feet.
* Moderate flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by Saturday evening and continue to rise to
near 32.0 feet by Sunday before midnight.The river will fall below flood stage
by Monday afternoon.
* Impact...At 32.0 feet...Moderate lowland flooding reaches the flood plain near
La Grange. Homes in the Fritsch Auf Subdivision on the south bank of the
Colorado River may be threatened if heavy runoff down Buckners Creek adds to
the Colorado River flow at this level.
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue
La Grange 19 26 5.1 Thu 09 AM 4.8 13.4 29.5 31.0 17.2
&&
LAT...LON 2989 9692 2996 9686 2982 9669 2976 9675
$$
TXC031-070951-
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/JOCT2.1.ER.181208T1140Z.181208T1600Z.181208T2340Z.NO/
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
280
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.
&&
TXC453-071440-
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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
$$
TXC021-071440-
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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
$$
TXC021-149-071440-
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241 PM CST Thu Dec 6 2018
The flood warning continues for the Colorado River Near Smithville.
* At 2:10 PM Thursday the stage was 2.6 feet.
* Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
* Moderate flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...rise above flood stage by Saturday evening and continue to rise to
near 23.9 feet by Sunday morning. The river will fall below flood stage by
Sunday afternoon.
* Impact...At 23.0 feet...Moderate lowland flooding extends well into the flood
plain inundating lowest homes and bridges below Bastrop to above Columbus.
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue
Smithville 10 20 2.6 Thu 02 PM 3.1 9.3 23.9 12.5 5.2
&&
LAT...LON 2999 9718 3006 9717 2996 9686 2989 9692
$$
TXC149-071440-
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/LGRT2.1.ER.181209T1200Z.181210T0200Z.181210T1312Z.NO/
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
$$
TXC021-149-080923-
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923 AM CST Fri Dec 7 2018
The flood warning continues for the Colorado River Near Smithville.
* At 9:10 AM Friday the stage was 3.0 feet.
* Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...rise above flood stage by early Sunday morning and continue to rise
to near 20.1 feet by Sunday morning. The river will fall below flood stage by
Sunday morning. This forecast is based on 48 hours
of future rainfall.
* Impact...At 20.0 feet...Minor lowland flooding reaches secondary roads and low
water crossings near the river
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed
Smithville 10 20 3.0 Fri 09 AM 11.6 19.9 10.4 5.0 3.7
&&
LAT...LON 2999 9718 3006 9717 2996 9686 2989 9692
$$
TXC149-080923-
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/LGRT2.1.ER.181209T1800Z.181209T1900Z.181209T2130Z.NO/
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
$$138
WGUS84 KEWX 080151
FLSEWX
Flood Statement
National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio TX
751 PM CST Fri Dec 7 2018
...The flood warning continues for the following rivers in Texas...
Colorado River Near Smithville Affecting Bastrop and Fayette Counties
Colorado River Above La Grange Affecting Fayette County
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
All persons with interests along the river should monitor
the latest forecasts, and be prepared to take necessary
precautions to protect life and property.
River stage forecasts are based on observed rainfall along with
predicted rain. If actual rainfall varies from forecast
from forecast values, forecast river stages will vary.
Do not drive automobiles through flooded areas. Remember, 18 inches
of water or less can carry away most vehicles, including trucks.
If you see flood waters or come upon a flooded roadway, remember
to turn around and do not drown.
For the latest river stages and forecasts visit our web page at
www.weather.gov/ewx.
&&
TXC021-149-081951-
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751 PM CST Fri Dec 7 2018
The flood warning continues for
the Colorado River Near Smithville.
* At 7:10 PM Friday the stage was 3.8 feet.
* Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by Saturday evening and continue to rise to
near 21.7 feet by Sunday morning. The river will fall below flood stage by
late Sunday morning.
* Impact...At 23.0 feet...Moderate lowland flooding extends well into the flood
plain inundating lowest homes and bridges below Bastrop to above Columbus.
&&
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts:
BF FLD Observed Forecast 7AM
Location STG STG STG Day Time Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed
Smithville 10 20 3.8 Fri 07 PM 11.9 21.5 11.6 5.5 3.8
&&
LAT...LON 2999 9718 3006 9717 2996 9686 2989 9692
$$
TXC149-081951-
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/LGRT2.1.ER.181209T0730Z.181209T2000Z.181210T0740Z.NO/
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
$$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 | Bastrop, Fayette | 4 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.