Flash Flood — Jasper, Texas

2024-04-10 · near Kirbyville, Jasper, Texas

Event narrative

Over one foot of rain occurred around the Kirbyville area in a short period of time. Several feet of flood water inundated numerous homes. The local fire department conducted several high water rescues.

Wider weather episode

A strong upper low forced a round of severe thunderstorms across the region. Flooding, high wind gusts, hail, and tornadoes occurred in Southeast Texas as a result of this system.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1173721. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.