Flood in texas 2019 news
Here are some news articles and updates about the floods in Texas in 2019:
Imelda Floods
- September 18, 2019: Tropical Storm Imelda makes landfall in Texas, bringing heavy rainfall and flash flooding to the Houston area. (Source: CNN)
- September 19, 2019: Imelda's floodwaters rise to 12 feet in some areas, forcing evacuations and causing widespread damage. (Source: NBC News)
- September 20, 2019: The death toll from Imelda rises to 5, with many more missing. (Source: ABC News)
Other Floods in Texas in 2019
- February 2019: Heavy rainfall causes flooding in the Rio Grande Valley, with some areas receiving over 10 inches of rain in a 24-hour period. (Source: KRGV)
- March 2019: A tornado outbreak in North Texas causes flash flooding in several counties. (Source: WFAA)
- May 2019: Heavy rainfall causes flooding in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, with some roads and highways closed. (Source: CBS DFW)
Flood Damage and Recovery
- September 2019: The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) declares Imelda a federal disaster, making residents eligible for federal aid. (Source: FEMA)
- October 2019: The Texas Department of Public Safety reports that Imelda caused over $1 billion in damage to homes, businesses, and infrastructure. (Source: Texas DPS)
- November 2019: The City of Houston announces plans to spend $100 million to repair flood-damaged infrastructure. (Source: Houston Chronicle)
Other News and Updates
- September 2019: The National Weather Service issues a flood warning for the entire Houston area, with some areas expected to receive up to 20 inches of rain. (Source: NWS)
- October 2019: The American Red Cross reports that it has provided shelter and food to over 1,000 people affected by Imelda. (Source: American Red Cross)
- November 2019: The Texas Legislature holds a hearing to discuss flood mitigation and prevention measures in the state. (Source: Texas Tribune)