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@hcfcd

7 years

Addicks and Barker dams have NOT breached!

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The amount of calls coming into @ReadyHarris from people wanting to help with water rescues is unbelievable! Thank you! #hounews #houwx

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7 years

MANDATORY evacuation order for both the Inverness Forest and Northgate subdivisions!

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7 years

If you have a boat please call 713-881-3100 and work with @hcfmo to help those neighbors in need. #houwx #hounews #harvey

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@hcfcd

7 years

Here's a graphic showing the general flow of how our county watersheds drain. Learn more at

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@hcfcd

7 years

At Addicks Reservoir homes may see anywhere from 3.5 to 5 feet of water in home and at Barker anywhere from 3 to 4 feet. #hounews #houwx

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@hcfcd

7 years

Greater Houston Business Procurement Forum presented @JeffLindner1 with Helping Hands Award for his reporting during #Harvey

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7 years

Houston finally getting some relief from the heavy rain bands #houwx

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7 years

Hey @elonmusk This project will change lives in a positive way for decades to come. You have a standing invite to talk tunnels anytime @HoustonChron @themadstone

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@hcfcd

7 years

At 12PM 8/29 homes that may experience flooding at Addicks is estimated at 2500 and 670 for Barker. #hounews #houwx #harvey

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@hcfcd

7 years

Neighborhood list at risk of flooding from Addicks and Barker was reviewed and DO NOT have changes. List posted at

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@hcfcd

7 years

Picture showing water has receded and stopped flowing from north end of Addicks spillway since 9/2.

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@hcfcd

7 years

Before and after! Crews tackled storm debris caught up in downed utility lines and vegetation on Buffalo Bayou. Great job guys!

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@hcfcd

7 years

1 trillion gallons of water fell during four days #Harvey stalled over Harris County #hounews #houwx

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@hcfcd

4 years

Here’s a look at Buffalo Bayou surrounded by snow this morning. ❄️ Remain weather alert throughout the day. Stay in and stay safe! #BuffaloBayou #TXwx #Houwx #HarrisCounty

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@hcfcd

7 years

Our crews went out to repair the Inverness Forest levee and completed it in 3 days! #hounews #HoustonStrong #harvey

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@hcfcd

7 years

Both levels of Addicks and Barker has crested and is starting to fall #hounews

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@hcfcd

7 years

MANDATORY evacuation for Northwood Pines Subdivision located in Northgate Crossing MUD No.1. NOT for Northgate Subdivision S of toll road

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@hcfcd

7 years

Multiple water level and rain sensors are out of service due to flooding. See picture for more detailed information.

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@hcfcd

7 years

GOOD NEWS for Harris County: almost all watersheds have crested (not rising)! Levels are still have but water is receding! #hounews #harvey

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@hcfcd

7 years

Be sure to watch @JeffLindner1 on 1-hour special of @WXGeeksTWC this sunday on @weatherchannel 11am CT #hounews #harvey

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7 years

We can't say this enough, the dams have no risk of failure! #addicksandbarker #reservoirs #hounews #houwx

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@hcfcd

3 years

With Tropical Storm #Nicholas heading for the TX coast bringing heavy rainfall, now is a good time to sign up for our Flood Warning System alerts. This will give you the latest updates during heavy rainfall events. Sign up for alerts at #txwx #houwx

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@hcfcd

7 years

For those asking, maps are located here You HAVE to view this on laptop or desktop. Large files and can't be JPEGs

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@hcfcd

7 years

As of 8/31 there is an estimated 136,000 flooded structures, roughly about 10 percent of registered HCAD structures #hounews #harvey

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@hcfcd

7 years

UPDATE: Good news! Levees @ Inverness Forest n Northgate Crossings have crested (not rising)! Mandatory evacuation STILL in place! #hounews

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@hcfcd

6 months

Weather alert! Sign up now at to receive critical notifications and stay ahead of the storm.

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@hcfcd

5 years

NEWS ALERT: is now LIVE. This new enhancement to the Flood Warning System now allows residents the ability to sign up and receive automated water level and rainfall alerts delivered via text message, email, or both. Sign up now! More info below:

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@hcfcd

7 years

The mandatory evacuation order has been lifted for Inverness Forest Subdivision has been lifted! Residents may return home as of 6 PM 8/31

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@hcfcd

7 years

USACE-Galveston: 6pm 8/29 Barker pool levels at 101.4 ft, projected to peak (max height) @ 101.7 ft <--decreased from earlier projections

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@hcfcd

6 months

Stay up to date on channel status in your area at .

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@hcfcd

7 years

.HCFCD NEWS ALERT: HARRIS COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT’S JEFF LINDNER DONATES GOFUNDME ACCOUNT… Click for details.

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@hcfcd

7 years

Addicks and Barker reservoirs releases ONLY impact Buffalo Bayou! No other watersheds are impacted by this #hounews #flooding #houwx #harvey

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@hcfcd

7 years

Rain in Harris County starting to move out. Channels are receding with the break in rain. #houwx #harvey

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@hcfcd

7 years

USACE-Galveston: 6pm 8/29 Addicks pool levels at 108.9 ft, projected to peak (max height) @ 109.1 feet <--decreased from earlier projections

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@hcfcd

7 years

Judge @EdEmmett asking for assistance of anyone that has a boat to safely help make rescues. We can't wait for assistance to arrive #hounews

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@hcfcd

7 years

MANDATORY EVACUATION order still in place for the Inverness Forest area on select area marked on map! It's not the entire subdivision.

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@hcfcd

7 years

.HCFCD NEWS ALERT: STORMWATER RISING INTO NEIGHBORHOODS NEAR ADDICKS, BARKER RESERVOIRS IN WEST… Click for details.

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@hcfcd

7 years

Majority of flooding will recede by tomorrow Friday into Saturday. #hounews

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@hcfcd

4 years

Judge Lina Hidalgo just held a press conference at our Fairbanks-North Houston Stormwater Detention Basin! The project is part of the White Oak Bayou Flood Risk Reduction Project, a $124 million joint effort with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

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@hcfcd

7 years

ICYMI: 2pm update on Addicks and Barker.

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@hcfcd

7 years

It’s important to know what watershed you live in to know where all of the rain in your area drains to! Not to mention the importance of checking the status of your watershed during rain events. Check out the map below to find your watershed! #HCFCD

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@hcfcd

7 years

These discharge amounts will continue for a couple of weeks and then they will be reduced to about 4000 cfs each until reservoirs are empty

USACE Galveston

@USACEGALVESTON

7 years

Addicks and Barker are operating as expected. Addicks is releasing at approximately 7000 cfs and Barker is at approximately 6300 cfs.

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@hcfcd

7 years

MANDATORY EVACUATION still in place for this area: All streets north of Kingsbridge Rd, including E and W Greenbrook Dr and Kenchester Dr.

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@hcfcd

7 years

Last 6 hour rainfall totals. 3-6inches on Cedar bayou. #houwx #txwx #Harvey

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@hcfcd

7 years

There will be no more structural damage in areas behind the reservoirs.

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@hcfcd

7 years

Water has been going down slightly along Buffalo. Water levels will remain high for couple of weeks w/ the current discharge rates by Corps

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@hcfcd

7 years

Majority of channels are out of banks. Visit for more information. #houwx #txwx #harvey

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@hcfcd

7 years

HCFCD opening the second outlet gates on Clear Lake in the next hour. This will help reduce the water levels along Clear creek.

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@hcfcd

7 years

Harris County Judge @EdEmmett "there's no reason to evacuate" for our area the main threat is widespread rainfall amounts of 10-15" #harvey

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@hcfcd

7 years

Congratulations to our meteorologist, Jeff Lindner, for being awarded the J. Mike Howard Lectureship award!

Jeff Lindner

@JeffLindner1

7 years

A special thank you to @TexasCFM for allowing me to speak today on #Harvey and for this award

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@hcfcd

7 years

Channels conditions remain high. Multiple 100+ year water surface elevations. #houwx

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@hcfcd

7 years

Please report any STRUCTURAL flooding to our phone bank. If you are in danger CALL 911! #houwx #hounews

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@hcfcd

2 years

Construction continues on a stormwater detention basin that will store approximately 136,857,420 gallons of stormwater and mitigate impacts of future City of Houston drainage projects in the Sims Bayou watershed. Learn more at .

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@hcfcd

7 years

.HCFCD NEWS ALERT: CONTROLLED RELEASES ON ADDICKS AND BARKER RESERVOIR INCREASE FLOODING THREAT… Click for details.

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@hcfcd

5 years

Our crews are removing large construction equipment and potential blockages from bayous and channels around Kingwood and other communities to prepare for tonight’s rain event. Flooding of bayous and creeks will be possible. Stay safe and informed #Houwx #severewx #Prepare

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@hcfcd

7 years

You heard it from the man himself!

Jeff Lindner

@JeffLindner1

7 years

There are rumors that Addicks Dam may break...this is NOT true the dam is fine #houwx #hounews

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@hcfcd

3 months

Sign up today at:

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@hcfcd

7 years

Wrapped up our day w/ @JeffLindner1 as he continued to distribute your generous donations to those affected by #Harvey ! #houstonstrong

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@hcfcd

7 years

For list of possibly impacted subdivisions due to Addicks and Barker reservoirs visit:

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@hcfcd

3 months

🌪️ Hurricane Beryl is impacting our area. It's crucial to stay informed with real-time updates to ensure your safety and the safety of your loved ones. 👉 **Sign up now at: []()** for the latest emergency alerts.

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@hcfcd

9 years

Incredible rainfall today! We are all at risk of flooding, even if you are not in a mapped floodplain! #GetCovered

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@hcfcd

2 years

Heavy rain at Keegans Bayou @ Roark Rd near Stafford. Street flooding possible.

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7 years

Evacuation order for Northwood Pines Subdivision has been lifted. #hounews

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@hcfcd

7 years

Upper end Cypress Creek to US 290 out of banks and and overflowing to the Addicks watersheds. Impacts occurring west side of Barker Cypress

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@hcfcd

4 years

We are excited that the Fairbanks-North Houston Detention Basin in @HCPrecinct4 is substantially complete. Thanks to @HarrisCoJudge and Commissioner Cagle for helping to notify area residents about our continued progress in reducing the risk of flooding throughout Harris County.

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@hcfcd

4 years

@HCFCD deploying a discharge measurement boat at Buffalo Bayou and Milam to measure flow volume for forecast efforts #hcfcdnews #houwx

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@hcfcd

7 years

Here is closer image of the affected area at Inverness Forest #hounews

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@hcfcd

3 years

Views of storm surge flooding on Toddville Rd. in Seabrook early this morning. The Harris County Flood Control District’s flood operations team has been actively monitoring rainfall trends and water levels in bayous and creeks. #txwx #houwx #nicholas

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@hcfcd

4 years

We are starting to see increased water levels in Rio Villa and Shore Acres. Please don't drive on flooded roadways. This picture is from Rio Villa South. Sign up for alerts at .

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@hcfcd

7 years

It is now 6 months after Hurricane Harvey and our crews are still out in the fields removing hundreds of blockages and debris in various bayous and channels across Harris County. Most of the major blockages that could significantly impact flooding have been removed #HoustonStrong

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@hcfcd

4 years

Making progress on the channel repair work (Phase 6: bank/toe repair) along Buffalo Bayou, near downtown Houston. Learn more:

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@hcfcd

3 years

What is the difference between a Flood Watch and a Flood Warning? 🌧️ ▪️Flood Warning: Take Action! ▪️Flood Watch: Be Prepared. Learn more at #nicholas #txwx #houwx

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@hcfcd

3 years

@hcfcd is monitoring the potential for heavy rainfall over the area with a flash flood threat Monday night into Tuesday morning. The flood operations team will monitor gages that measure rainfall amounts and water levels in bayous. More information at

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@hcfcd

3 years

As of 7 a.m. today, Flood Warning System gages are reporting the following water levels and are being carefully monitored. #txwx #houwx #nicholas

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@hcfcd

7 years

At 8PM 8/29 homes that may experience flooding at Addicks is estimated at 3000 and 700 for Barker. #hounews #houwx #harvey

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@hcfcd

7 years

As mentioned by @USACEGALVESTON : they continue to raise the gates to allow for the planned amounts of discharge.

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@hcfcd

4 years

@hcfcd is continuing to monitor rainfall trends as additional rainfall will be possible this morning. With grounds saturated, additional heavy rainfall will likely result in increasing run-off and rapid rise on creeks & bayous with potential flooding.

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@hcfcd

7 years

For those affected by #Harvey go to , use @FEMA mobile apps, or call 1-800-621-FEMA to begin the process. #hounews

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@hcfcd

5 years

7:30 PM Bayou Update: All channels remain in their banks at this time. Turkey creek, Armand bayou, and Clear creek are elevated and will be monitored tonight into Wednesday.

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@hcfcd

7 years

.HCFCD NEWS ALERT: BAYOUS AND CREEKS UPDATE AS OF 1:15 PM, AUGUST 30 Click for details.

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@hcfcd

6 years

This week is Hurricane Preparedness Week! Know the difference between “watches” and “warnings”. A Hurricane Watch means hurricane conditions are possible within 48 hours. A Hurricane Warning means hurricane conditions are expected within 36 hours. #HurricanePreparednessWeek

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@hcfcd

9 months

🌧️Stay ahead of the weather!🌧️ Monitor water levels and sign up for alerts at .

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@hcfcd

7 years

If you were impacted by #Harvey and don't have flood insurance start by visiting or call @fema at 1-800-621-FEMA

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@hcfcd

7 years

Debris removal operations have begun along Buffalo Bayou/Wilcrest Drive! We are pushing to remove 15,000-20,000 tons of Buffalo Bayou debris that is blocking stormwater conveyance. Please be cautious around this area. Trails will remain open as public safety allows #HCFCD

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@hcfcd

9 years

White Oak Bayou at TC Jester in the Heights #hounews

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@hcfcd

7 years

PRESS RELEASE ALERT: Up to 4" of rain are possible tonight through early Thursday. Bayous, creeks and tributaries are not expected to go over top of banks, but roadways and streets may become impassable. Be cautions and monitor channel conditions here:

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@hcfcd

3 years

The Buffalo Speedway bridge over Brays Bayou is now open to traffic and available for use! The new bridge is higher, longer and wider, to allow a larger volume of water to flow under more freely. Learn more on the Buffalo Speedway Bridge project at

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@hcfcd

7 years

If you don't have to venture out this morning, STAY INDOORS! Lots of high water locations reported! Check out @houstontranstar for updates!

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@hcfcd

5 years

A tropical cyclone is likely to develop in the Gulf this week. Now is a good time to sign-up to receive automated water level and rainfall alerts delivered via text message, email, or both. Sign up at and monitor the forecast. #houwx

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@hcfcd

3 years

Currently, Addicks & Baker reservoirs are empty and have maximum storage capability ahead of Tropical Storm Nicholas. Harris County residents are urged to monitor weather conditions as well as creek & bayou levels into the weekend. More at #txwx #houwx

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@hcfcd

7 years

Cypress Creek and Inverness Forest Levee at 2:00pm. Creek has crested but monitoring rain forecast. #houwx #txwx

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@hcfcd

2 years

The Harris County Flood Control District is monitoring the potential for severe weather over the area for the next several days. Sign up to monitor rainfall and channel status from wherever you are at:

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@hcfcd

7 years

Monitor rainfall and stream levels on our 153-gage Flood Warning System at . #houwx #txwx

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@hcfcd

4 years

Rainfall amounts of 5-10 inches is possible today which could lead to additional roadway flooding and rises in creeks and bayous. Read more: #houstonwx #HCFCDnews

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@hcfcd

3 years

Harris County residents are urged to monitor weather conditions as well as creek and bayou levels. Create an account and sign up for rainfall and water level alerts at . #txwx #houwx

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@hcfcd

4 years

@HCFCD 's @JeffLindner1 answers your questions about TS Laura. Check out the video here:

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@hcfcd

7 years

Mandatory evacuation still in place for Inverness Forest Subdivision (north of F.M. 1960, and west of Hardy Toll Rd) until further notice!

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@hcfcd

3 years

#EmployeeSpotlight : A day in the Hydrologic Operations Department begins with reviewing our Flood Warning System data. Meet Ian Shelton, a #hydrologic technician at the Flood Control District. His work includes troubleshooting issues that may occur within our #gage network.

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@hcfcd

3 years

Planning a drive during heavy rain events? Check the Harris County Flood Education Mapping Tool for ponding areas. Type in an address in the “ADDRESS SEARCH” box, after the location appears on the map click on the “Ponding” option in the left column.

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