Flash Flood — Hardin, Texas

2024-05-29 · near Silsbee, Hardin, Texas

Event narrative

The emergency manager of Hardin County reported water over SH 327 in Silsbee. Mill Creek also exceeded bankfull.

Wider weather episode

Short waves traversed the region during the afternoons at the end of May. This occurred while the area was at peak afternoon heating each day which set the stage for severe thunderstorms to develop.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1187458. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.