Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding in Central Texas' Hill Country
Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding in Central Texas' Hill Country
US · Published Oct 2, 2026
• Central Texas is experiencing significant rainfall, with the Hill Country particularly affected.
• As of Thursday morning, up to 9 inches of rain had fallen around Junction, causing the Llano River to rise to 9 feet and 10,000 cubic feet per second.

Impact & Risks

The heavy rainfall has already caused road closures, with 11 reported as of Thursday afternoon. Flash flooding is a significant concern, particularly in areas where rain continues to fall on already saturated ground. The Llano River's rising levels pose a risk to nearby communities, and additional rainfall could exacerbate the situation. Central Texas is under a Level 3 of 4 flood risk through early Friday morning, reducing to Level 2 later in the day. While the severe weather threat has diminished, the potential for flooding remains high.

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