Community News

May 22, 2026
 
Heavy Rainfall Threat Expected Through the Holiday Weekend
 
The Harris County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management (HCOHSEM) is monitoring a storm system that is expected to slowly move through the area this weekend.

 

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Flood Watch for most of the South Texas Coastline including Harris County until 7 PM Monday. Rainfall totals of 2-5 inches are possible during this period, with some areas seeing higher totals. This could lead to localized flash flooding of low-lying areas, rivers, creeks and roads.

 

Residents should remain weather aware and expect additional weather-related watches and warnings to be issued. Have multiple ways to receive alerts and be ready to take action should conditions change quickly.

 

• Street flooding is possible in areas where the heaviest rain falls. Before getting on the road, check the Houston TranStar live traffic map for information on road conditions.

 

• Drive with caution and never drive into flooded roadways. Turn around, don’t drown.

 

• Monitor media sources for severe weather information. Follow weather safety advice from the National Weather Service and other official sources.

 

• Short periods of intense rainfall can cause temporary rises along our network of streams and bayous. You can see real-time information on waterway conditions using the Harris County Flood Control District Flood Warning System.

 

• Today is a good day to make sure that your mobile devices are set to receive wireless emergency alerts (WEA). NWS will use these alerts to warn residents in the path of potentially dangerous weather.

 

Stay informed by following HCOHSEM updates at www.ReadyHarris.org.