Grimes County ARES

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06/17/2026

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06/15/2026

This Flood Advisory is for Grimes County, Texas, including Navasota and Anderson.
Key Points
Valid until: 11:30 AM CDT today (June 15, 2026)
Cause: Heavy rainfall from thunderstorms
Expected impacts: Minor flooding of:
Low-lying areas
Ditches and creeks
Poor-drainage streets
Rural roads that commonly flood
What You Should Do
Avoid driving through water-covered roads.
Be especially cautious on county roads and low-water crossings.
Monitor local conditions if you live near a creek, drainage ditch, or flood-prone area.
If you encounter a flooded roadway, Turn Around, Don't Drown.
Since you're active in Grimes County emergency communications, it may be a good time to:
Monitor local repeaters and weather nets.
Watch for reports from Navasota, Anderson, and surrounding rural areas.
Keep an eye on rainfall totals if storms continue to train over the same locations.
This is currently an Advisory, not a Flash Flood Warning, meaning minor flooding is expected but more serious flooding is not yet indicated. However, conditions can change quickly if additional heavy rain develops. Stay alert for any upgraded alerts from the National Weather Service Houston/Galveston.

06/14/2026

This is a significant weather alert for Grimes County and much of Southeast Texas.

⚠️ Flood Watch in Effect Valid: Now through Wednesday morning (June 17, 2026)

Areas of Concern

Includes Grimes County, Navasota, Anderson, College Station, Bryan, Huntsville, Conroe, Houston, and surrounding areas.

What to Expect

Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms

General rainfall totals: 2–4 inches

Isolated areas: 6–8 inches or more

Rainfall rates: 2–4 inches per hour

Rapid flooding of:

Low-water crossings

Creeks and streams

Ditches and drainage areas

Flood-prone roads and neighborhoods

Potential Impacts for Grimes County

Rural roads may become impassable.

Small creeks and low-lying areas could flood quickly.

Localized flash flooding is possible if thunderstorms repeatedly move over the same area.

Power outages and hazardous travel conditions may occur during heavier storms.

Recommended Actions

✅ Monitor weather updates frequently.

✅ Have multiple ways to receive warnings:

NOAA Weather Radio

Local media

Wireless Emergency Alerts

✅ Never drive through flooded roadways.

> "Turn Around, Don't Drown."

✅ Secure outdoor equipment and prepare for possible power interruptions.

Amateur Radio / ARES Considerations

For Grimes County ARES and GCARG members:

Monitor local repeater activity and weather reports.

Ensure handheld and mobile radios are charged.

Verify readiness of go-kits and backup power sources.

Be prepared for potential activation requests if flooding impacts communications.

The National Weather Service may issue Flash Flood Warnings or Flood Warnings with little notice if heavy rain develops. A Flood Watch means conditions are favorable for flooding, but flooding is not yet occurring.

Stay weather aware through Wednesday morning.

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