Southeastern Texas has experienced severe flooding this week, affecting areas from College Station to Houston. The flooding has led to the overflowing of rivers, including the Trinity and San Jacinto, causing significant disruptions and leading to urgent evacuations. Heavy rain continued into Friday, May 3, 2024, worsening the flood situation.

Areas near Trinity have recorded between 150 and 230 mm (6 – 9 inches) of rainfall, and Groveton in Trinity County received nearly 280 mm (11 inches) of rain from Sunday, April 28 to Thursday, May 2. As the week progressed, the northern part of Harris County reported receiving between 250 mm and 300 mm (10 – 12 inches) of rainfall within a 24-hour period.

The Navasota River near Easterly set a historic peak at 30.62 m (100.43 feet), which is the highest recorded since June 1, 1899, when it reached 29 m (95 feet).

The situation prompted local authorities to carry out evacuations, especially in neighborhoods along the Trinity and San Jacinto rivers, where water levels continued to rise dangerously.

In response to the rising floodwaters, both voluntary and mandatory evacuations were ordered in various communities. In Harris County, Judge Lina Hidalgo issued a disaster declaration, particularly for residents near the East Fork of the San Jacinto River. San Jacinto County officials also ordered evacuations for residents living below the Lake Livingston Dam and along the Trinity River.

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