Mauricio Rodríguez Weather Warnings

Flood Warning issued July 18 at 2:46AM CDT until July 18 at 5:10PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX ...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Texas... Rio Grande River At Eagle Pass affecting Maverick County. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring. * WHERE...Rio Grande River at Eagle Pass. * WHEN...Until late this afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 18.0 feet, (5.5 meters), Moderate flooding. Much of Shelby Park is flooded. Water floods the lowest sections of the golf course. Lowland flooding is well into the flood plain at Eagle Pass. Flooding any activities or equipment in the flood plain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 2:00 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 17.0 feet. - Bankfull stage is 9.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 2:00 AM CDT Saturday was 19.4 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage early this morning and continue falling to 4.2 feet early Thursday morning. - Flood stage is 16.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 17.7 feet on 06/15/2013. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Flooding is occurring or is imminent. Most flood related deaths occur in automobiles. Do not attempt to cross water covered bridges, dips, or low water crossings. Never try to cross a flowing stream, even a small one, on foot. To escape rising water find another route over higher ground. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued this afternoon by 515 PM CDT.

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