Severe Flood Warning is in effect for areas of Texas including Hardin, Jasper, Jefferson, and Orange counties through 11 October 2026, 21:00, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). The official headline notes the Flood Warning was issued October 10 at 9:53PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA and is in effect from 10 October 2026, 21:53 until 11 October 2026, 21:00.
This Flood Warning indicates that minor flooding is forecast at the named rivers and locations and may affect low-lying areas near the rivers. Conditions at the Neches River at Neches River Saltwater Barrier are being observed and water levels could change; the river stage was 4.0 feet at 9:15 PM CDT Saturday and the forecast is for the river to remain steady above flood stage at 4.1 feet. Flood stage is 4.0 feet. At 5.0 feet, water is about two feet over portions of Four Oaks Ranch Road.
For safety, call 911 for immediate emergencies and follow guidance from NWS and local emergency services. Motorists should follow the guidance to turn around, don’t drown when encountering flooded roads and should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Stay informed through official NWS updates and local authorities and consider avoiding low-lying riverfront areas while the warning is in effect.
