Flash Flood Warning Issued For Travis County

AUSTIN, TX — The National Weather Service placed portions of Travis County under a flash flood warning as powerful storms swept through the region Friday evening.

The warning encompassing the south central portion of the county is set to expire at 12:45 a.m. The warning in flood-prone Central Texas was sparked by thunderstorms producing heavy rain that swept across the region at around 9:45 p.m., dumping between one and two inches across the landscape.

Potential for excess runoff triggered the alert for what weather officials termed "life-threatening flash flooding." Of particular concern were area creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses, weather officials said.

The areas covered by the flash flood warning include: Austin, Tanglewood Forest, Austin Bergstrom Int Airport, West Lake Hills, Rollingwood, Bear Creek, Onion Creek, Shady Hollow, Barton Creek, Manchaca, Sunset Valley, San Leanna, Creedmoor, McKinney Falls State Park, Pilot Knob, Lost Creek, Camp Mabry and Del Valle.

"Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads," officials warned. "Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding."

Motorists are urged to visit ATXfloods.com to check for closed low-water crossings.