Mass Rescues in Houston Amidst Rising Floodwaters as Residents Brace for More Rain

Takeaways:

• Over 400 people and numerous pets have been rescued from floodwaters in Houston and surrounding areas following heavy rains, with neighborhoods and roads submerged.

• A flood watch remains in effect through Sunday afternoon for a region including about 11 million people in Texas and Oklahoma, with more rain expected to exacerbate conditions.

• Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo reported 178 people and 122 pets rescued in the county, while neighboring counties also conducted scores of rescues.

• The flooding has caused power outages and forced evacuations, with some areas experiencing rapid water level rises due to dam releases.

• The U.S. Coast Guard evacuated a newborn from Cleveland, Texas, due to the floods, and while no deaths or injuries have been reported in Houston, the city is on high alert with shelters open and a history of severe flooding challenges.

References:

[1] Hundreds rescued in Houston; flood watch affects millions in Texas, Oklahoma. Link

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