Flash Flood — Lee, Texas

2001-11-15 to 2001-11-16 · near West Portion, Lee, Texas

Event narrative

Heavy rainfall continued to spread eastward during the mid afternoon, and by early evening, accumulations over the northwestern portion of Lee County was approaching 4 inches. Flash flooding formed just before sunset and continued into the early morning hours of the 16th. Maximum totals were 7 inches in the northwest part of the county. The flash flooding closed most rural roads and nearly all low water crossings. Flooding was reported to be the worst since 1956 along Middle Yegua in the northwestern part of the county. Lexington school were forced to cancel their classes. Numerous roads and bridges were washed away. Several rescues were required.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5273327. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.