East Fork of San Jacinto River expected to crest, but more rain now on the way

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Residents in the area are already dealing with flooding, and unfortunately, the threat may not be over yet. ABC13 has issued a Weather Alert Day due to the possibility of storms into Thursday morning that could bring heavy rain.

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 5:39PMThe San Jacinto River is expected to crest near 72 feet Wednesday afternoon amid the rising waters due to rain upstream from storms earlier this week.The ABC13 Weather Team declared the rest of the day Wednesday and into Thursday morning aas there's a threat for more heavy rainfall. A storm Thursday morning could bring gusty, winds, hail and a brief tornado.

"The high water vehicles have been running rescues all night. Oddly enough, we've rescued more animals than people. At this point, I believe about a dozen folks have been pulled out and rescued, per their requests. And almost three dozen animals, dogs and cats specifically," Sgt. Jeff Mabery, with the Harris County Sheriff's Office Patrol Dist. 2, said.

In addition, emergency officials identified five neighborhoods that are expected to be impacted: Idle Glen Subdivision, Northwood Country Estates, River Terrace, Cypress Point, and the Kingwood area.

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