HOUSTON — As Hurricane Beryl continues to bring strong winds, heavy rain and flooding, the Houston Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is warning people to stay off the roads Monday.
Beryl made landfall Monday morning around 3:55 a.m. as a Category 1 storm and is expected to move north and then northeast throughout the day.
Flooding in the Houston metro area has caused some roads to become impassable and downed trees and powerlines are also making some roadways dangerous.
But, if you have to travel on the roads, you should be aware of a few things to keep your travel as safe as possible during and after the storm.
Houston OEM said that the city will be barricading roads as conditions worsen and hazards are identified. They warn to not move barricades and try to pass the blocked roadways.
The little amount of water needed to wash away a person or a car can be very deceiving. Houston OEM said that six inches of fast-moving flood water can knock over an adult, 12 inches can carry away a car and two feet of rushing water can move a truck or SUV.
They warned that it is never safe to drive or walk in flood waters.
Houston OEM said there are multiple flood watches and warnings across the City of Houston.
At 9:20 a.m. Monday, Houston OEM announced the following major road closures:
- Southbound lanes on I-45 at North Main Street
- Both lanes on I-10 at Taylor
- I-59 at Spur 5
- Westbound ramp of I-10 at I-45
KHOU 11 is compiling a list of high-water spots across the Houston area that you can follow here.
