Humble ISD will be closed until Sept. 5 because of hazardous conditions caused by Hurricane Harvey, district officials announced.



"Humble ISD’s first day of school will be Tuesday, Sept. 5," Humble ISD spokesperson Jamie Mount said. "In cooperation with Harris County authorities, the district will remain closed this week while the Houston region responds to the impact of Harvey. Please stay safe!"

Meanwhile, New Caney ISD and Lone Star College-Kingwood have announced they will be closed Monday and Tuesday.



Updates will be posted on the district websites and social media as the storm progresses, officials said.

"All New Caney ISD campuses and facilities will be closed Monday, Aug. 28, and Tuesday, Aug. 29, due to severe weather and flooding," NCISD spokesperson Scott Powers said.

Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman and the Texas Department of Transportation have urged residents to stay indoors and avoid the roads as waters rise in the area.

High water locations in the Lake Houston area include Hwy. 59 where it crosses the San Jacinto River and Greens and Rankin roads. Beltway 8 along John Ralston Road is also reported as a high water location, according to Transtar.