Severe Flood Warning is in effect for parts of Texas through 13 October 2026, 01:00, covering Hardin, Jasper, Jefferson, TX and Orange, TX. The alert was issued October 12 at 10:35AM CDT by the National Weather Service (NWS).
This Flood Warning covers the Neches River at Neches River Saltwater Barrier and related reaches. A Flood Warning generally indicates flooding is forecast or occurring and may threaten low-lying areas, roads and riverfront property. Conditions could change as the river stage is expected to rise.
The official description notes the river stage was 3.8 feet at 10:15 AM CDT Monday, with a forecast rise to 4.1 feet this evening; flood stage is 4.0 feet. At 5.0 feet, water is about two feet over portions of Four Oaks Ranch Road. The Flood Warning is in effect until 13 October 2026, 01:00, and the NWS indicates the warning may be extended.
Safety: Call 911 in an emergency and monitor NWS and local emergency services for updates. Do not drive into flooded areas; turn around, don’t drown and do not attempt to drive around barricades. Move to higher ground if you are in low-lying areas and secure important items if it is safe to do so.
