At this time yesterday it appeared that locally heavy rainfall would redevelop to our West today, over the Hill Country, and that some area creeks, streams and rivers that haven't already flooded could see rises as a result of those heavy rains to the West.
Fortunately, the rain that did form over the Hill Country today was not heavy, and the rainfall across our area has been mostly light to occasionally moderate in intensity, as expected.
Therefore...we are no longer as concerned about potential new rises on area creeks and streams (again, referring to the ones that haven't already flooded from this event).
We will still see areas of drizzle and light rain, as well as scattered light to moderate showers at times this evening into tonight and the first half of Saturday, but this activity will continue to be mostly light in intensity across the local area overall.
Please keep in mind that many local creeks, streams and low water crossings are still experiencing higher than normal water levels, and in some cases, fast moving water as well (though not at flood stage, other than the Colorado River obviously). As a result, we recommend that caution be used and recreational type activities be avoided this weekend on or near area creeks, streams and rivers due to the higher than normal and faster than normal conditions which could prove quite hazardous regardless of any potential flooding situation. Several area parks are closed due to high water anyway, which is a wise move for the above mentioned reasons.
Meanwhile, the Colorado River at Lake Travis will continue in major flood through the weekend and is likely to reach 705-706 feet on Saturday. This area should continue to be avoided as many secondary roadways (even those other than low water crossings) will remain under water and very dangerous.
We will continue monitoring the situation and issue updates as conditions warrant.
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