A Severe Flood Watch is in effect for portions of Texas, including Vernon, Tyler, Hardin, and other areas, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). The watch is in effect through 7:00 AM CDT on June 18, 2026.
The watch covers areas such as Vernon, Rapides, Avoyelles, Beauregard, Allen, Evangeline, St. Landry, Lafayette, Upper St. Martin, Lower St. Martin, West Cameron, East Cameron, Northern Calcasieu, Northern Jefferson Davis, Northern Acadia, Upper Vermilion, Upper Iberia, Upper St. Mary, Southern Calcasieu, Southern Jefferson Davis, Southern Acadia, Lower Vermilion, Lower Iberia, Lower St. Mary, Tyler, Hardin, Northern Jasper, Northern Newton, Southern Jasper, Southern Newton, Upper Jefferson, Northern Orange, Lower Jefferson, and Southern Orange.
A Flood Watch indicates that conditions may develop that lead to flooding. Excessive runoff could result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may also occur in poor drainage and urban areas.
In case of an emergency, dial 911. The NWS advises monitoring later forecasts and being alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop. Stay weather aware and be ready to take action if Flash Flood Warnings are issued, particularly wireless emergency alert Flash Flood Warnings for considerable and/or catastrophic flooding.
