NWS Issues Flood Watch in Effect Through Monday Evening

August 21, 2022 - The National Weather Service, Shreveport, Louisiana at 2:31pm, Sunday, August 21, 2022 issued a Flood Watch in effect through Monday evening.

Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible for portions of east Texas and northeast Texas, including the following counties, in east Texas, Nacogdoches and Shelby and in northeast Texas, Cherokee.

Through Monday evening expect excessive runoff which may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded.

Additional Details:

- Additional heavy rainfall may continue beyond Monday.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Precautionary/Preparedness Actions:

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.