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Heavy rain is barreling toward Texas. The counties most at risk.
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Key Points:
- The remnants of Hurricane Polo are moving near El Paso and expected to bring several days of heavy rain to Texas, increasing the risk of flash flooding, especially along the New Mexico-Texas border and Central Texas.
- Governor Greg Abbott has activated additional state emergency resources and urged residents to monitor forecasts, avoid flooded roads, and follow official guidance.
- The northwest Panhandle faces the highest flood threat Tuesday with 2-4 inches of rain, potential flash flooding, and a low risk of severe weather including isolated tornadoes.
- Central Texas is expected to see the greatest flood risk Wednesday and Thursday, with heavy rainfall potentially causing flash floods, especially in burn scars, dry washes, and higher terrain areas.
- The storm system will linger into the weekend, maintaining a threat of heavy rain and flooding in South and South-Central Texas, although forecast confidence for Friday's rain location has decreased.
