What you need to know
The following low-water crossings along Brushy Creek and other waterways remain closed as of noon on July 7, according to ATXfloods.com, amid high water levels:
- Summit Street/N. Lee Street
- Harrell Parkway
- CR 123
- Brushy Bend Drive
What happened?
Thunderstorms in Central Texas led to intense rainfall July 2-5, with areas north of Austin receiving three to four inches of rain in that time, according to National Weather Service estimates of rainfall totals.
Williamson County Judge Steve Snell has also declared a local state of disaster in response to the flooding. According to a news release, areas in the western portion of the county and along the South Fork of the San Gabriel River east of Georgetown have been evacuated. Up to 25 people have been rescued by swift water rescue teams in this area.
What's next?
A flood watch is in effect for the area until 7 p.m. July 7, with continued thunderstorms and rain chances forecasted through July 9 by the NWS.
This is an ongoing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
