Lake Travis received 11.66 inches of rain in two days. To put that in perspective, that is five months of rain, in a normal year.

Clearly, this isn’t a normal year. While most of Lakeway and Bee Cave avoided the kind of damage that was experienced in Cedar Park, Lake Travis is expected to rise 10 feet by time all the rain makes it down the Colorado and Pedernales rivers.
But there is still danger out there.
One low water crossing to avoid in the Lake Travis View readership area is where Hamilton Pool Road crosses the Pedernales River. Authorities report the bridge is still closed due to high water.
There is a small chance of rain Thursday evening, but for the most part, area meteorologists are predicting the worst has past.
And drivers should remain careful.
“You need to monitor low water crossings and pay attention to road blocks,” said Lakeway Police Chief Todd Radford.
Radford said Lakeway had fared well during the deluge.
But not everyone was so lucky. Travis County Sheriff’s Deputies have been busy with everything from automobile collisions to rescuing stranded motorists who decided to “try their luck.”
FM 2222 has also been hit hard by the flash floods. Three cars were swept into Bull Creek. However, one woman remains missing, according to authorities.
While it should be hot and muggy today — with a high in the low 90s, up to an inch of rain could fall this evening. But starting Friday, a hot and dry spell is predicted.
According to the Federal Emergency Management Administration, the Texas Hill Country can quickly become deadly when flash flooding strikes. More flood claims are recorded in the Texas Hill Country than in any other area of the U.S. The prolific nature of flash flooding has left the area with a new moniker: Flash Flood Alley.
A car can be swept away in only two inches of water in a flooding zone, authorities warn.
According to FEMA, If a flood is likely in your area, you should:
• Listen to the radio or television for information.
• Be aware that flash flooding can occur. If there is any possibility of a flash flood, move immediately to higher ground. Do not wait for instructions to move.
• Be aware of streams, drainage channels, canyons, and other areas known to flood suddenly. Flash floods can occur in these areas with or without such typical warnings as rain clouds or heavy rain.
If you must prepare to evacuate, you should do the following:
• Secure your home. If you have time, bring in outdoor furniture. Move essential items to an upper floor.
• Turn off utilities at the main switches or valves if instructed to do so. Disconnect electrical appliances. Do not touch electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water.
The American Red Cross of Central Texas has hundreds of volunteers on standby in the area.
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