Active AlertsDimmit

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Texa
S: Nueces River Near Asherton affecting Dimmit County.
What: Moderate flooding is forecast.
Where: Nueces River near Asherton.
When: From late Thursday night until further notice.
Impacts: At 26.0 feet, Widespread moderate lowland flooding threatens livestock and equipment in low areas of the flood plain. Secondary roads and bridges flood and Farm to Market 190 is threatened.
Additional Details: - At 8:30 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 3.1 feet. - Bankfull stage is 18.0 feet. - ForecastThe river will rise above flood stage early Friday morning to 25.7 feet early Saturday morning. It will then fall early Saturday afternoon. It will rise to 26.0 feet early Sunday afternoon. It will then fall again but remain above flood stage. - Flood stage is 20.0 feet. - Flood HistoryThis crest compares to a previous crest of 26.1 feet on 08/01/2007. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. To escape rising water, take the shortest path to higher ground. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued Thursday afternoon by 300 PM CDT.