Watershed Protection told KXAN that its crews cleared out debris in creeks and that it’s in a good position to handle this week’s wet weather.
“Our more sensitive low water crossings, we had staff out over the weekend checking them,” said Watershed Protection Field Operations Division Manager John Beachy.
Beachy said rain on Sunday already caused some road closures. People can check ATXFloods.com for updates.
“We ended up having to close five of our low water crossings.”
John Beachy, Austin Watershed Protection
Watershed Protection moved from normal hours of operation to a 24/7 approach.
“Staff are ready to respond and close roads and clear debris any hours of the day,” Beachy said.
“HSO, along with, outreach partners in the community provide outreach to encampments regularly, stressing safety and well-being, and encouraging people to seek higher ground away from low water crossings, creeks, and channels. During high and low rainfall, many of these areas can become dangerous.”
Homeless Strategy Office Spokesperson
HSO said during periods of heavy rain and flash flooding people should do the following:
Monitor local media and @ATXfloods on Twitter/X.
Move to higher ground.
Stay away from creeks, pipes, and drainage infrastructure.
Do not cross flooded roadways. Turn around don’t drown.
Avoid contact with floodwater due to potential health risks.
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