The Fort Bend area remains under a flash flood watch until 4 p.m. as moisture left over from Hurricane Alex continues to push in from the Gulf of Mexico.
Rain bands, some occasionally heavy, trained across the area during the morning commute, causing delays and a number of mostly minor accidents.
Several areas have experienced some flooding, but most of the water is drained quickly as the rains pass. Forecasters say localized flooding may continue as more strong showers move through the area.
The flash flood warning covers Austin, Brazoria, Colorado, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Jackson, Matagorda, Waller and Wharton Counties. It had originally been issued through noon, but the National Weather Service later extended it through 4 p.m. as rain bands continue to train through the area.
“Deep tropical moisture will continue to be drawn into southeast Texas today and occasional showers and thunderstorms will persist through the afternoon. Due to recent heavy rain and the potential for more heavy rain, a flash flood watch remains in effect and has been extended through 4 p.m. for most areas south IH-10,” the National Weather Service said.
Six to ten inches of rain fell over parts of Brazoria County, while Palacios in Matagorda County received 6.67 inches of rain. Hobby Airport received 4.98 inches over the last 36 hours.
