Active AlertsZapata

Multiple rounds of locally heavy rainfall are expected between Saturday night and early Monday morning across the Rio Grande Plains and Brush Country. The first round is most likely between midnight and mid-morning Sunday, when 1 to 2 inches with locally 3 or more inches of rain may fall. The second round is expected Sunday night into early Monday morning, when an additional 1 to 3 inches with locally 4 inches or more may fall.
What: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
Where: A portion of Deep South Texas, including the following counties, Brooks, Jim Hogg and Zapata.
When: From 6 PM CST this evening through Monday morning.
Impacts: Excessive runoff may result in flooding of arroyos and streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Some arroyos may rise out of their banks near where heaviest rains fall. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. Highest concern includes locations in Zapata, such as Medina Addition, as well as more populated areas of Hebbronville and Falfurrias, including along state highways 16, 359, and 285.
Additional Details: - Potential for heavy rainfall, including two windows where rainfall rates could reach 2 inches per hour for two hours both late tonight and early Sunday morning, and again Sunday night through mid morning Monday. - Concern is highest across populated areas, including the cities of Zapata, Hebbronville, and Falfurrias. Flood prone areas along or near arroyos in Jim Hogg and Zapata are at most risk, but high water could also flood open rangeland. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.