Heavy rain from the remnants of Tropical Depression Erin closed many roads across the region. High waters washed away two homes near Elm Creek south of Abilene. Abilene rescue crews carried out about 50 high water rescues due to the rapidly rising waters. Approximately 215 homes in the town of Hamlin were flooded, with several roads, culverts, and bridge approaches washed out in Jones County. Flash flooding caused one fatality as a woman attempted to escape her vehicle in raging flood waters.

Flash Flood in TAYLOR, TEXAS
From 17-AUG-07 21:12:00 to 18-AUG-07 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ABILENE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Abilene Police Department reported both Catclaw and Button Creeks were out of their banks. This flooding along with runoff from the heavy rain continued to flood numerous streets across the city. About 50 high water  rescues were reported.

Flash Flood in TAYLOR, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-07 15:30:00 to 18-AUG-07 21:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: ABILENE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Abilene Emergency Operations Center officials reported that Elm Creek at Farm Road 89 and Bell Plains Road was 8.5 feet above normal and rising. Taylor County Judge recommended voluntary evacuations for residents living along Ohlhausen Road near Elm creek.

Flash Flood in JONES, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-07 10:00:00 to 18-AUG-07 15:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: HAMLIN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 25.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

About 215 homes in Hamlin were flooded at low lying areas located near California Creek. Several residents had to be evacuated as the water level in their homes increase to 3 to 4 feet. Farm road 57 and County Road 123 were also closed. Throughout Jones county, a total of about 400 homes were damaged, along with several road and bridge approaches washed out.

Flash Flood in FISHER, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-07 14:00:00 to 18-AUG-07 17:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: SYLVESTER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Farm Road 1085 closed from Highway 180 to the Nolan County line.

Flash Flood in TAYLOR, TEXAS
From 17-AUG-07 22:00:00 to 18-AUG-07 04:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ABILENE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Abilene Police Department reported that Cedar Creek was flowing out of its banks.

Flash Flood in JONES, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-07 12:10:00 to 18-AUG-07 17:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: HAMLIN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Evacuations took place in Hamlin. Farm Road 57 and County Road 123 were closed.

Flash Flood in MASON, TEXAS
From 17-AUG-07 03:07:00 to 17-AUG-07 09:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: KOOCKVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Ranch Road 1871 and 2389 was closed due to flooding with 5 feet of water reported over the bridge.

Flash Flood in HASKELL, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-07 06:10:00 to 18-AUG-07 12:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: HASKELL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

The Haskell County Sheriff's Office reported a portion of Farm Road 2407 closed between U.S. Highway 380 and Farm Road 3337 because of high water.

Flash Flood in KIMBLE, TEXAS
From 17-AUG-07 03:30:00 to 17-AUG-07 09:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SEGOVIA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Several roads were closed due to flooding, including Farm Roads 479, 2169, and 385, as well as Highway 377 South.

Flash Flood in TAYLOR, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-07 03:46:00 to 18-AUG-07 09:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: VIEW
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

Serious flash flooding was occurring along Elm Creek near Highway 277 and 606 where two houses were washed into the creek.

Flash Flood in TAYLOR, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-07 05:30:00 to 18-AUG-07 11:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: GUION
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

A woman was swept away by raging waters near the intersection of U.S. Highway 277 and Farm Road 89 as she attempted to escape her vehicle which had become stranded in flood waters.

Flash Flood in TAYLOR, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-07 02:52:00 to 18-AUG-07 08:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: GUION
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement officials reported significant flooding along Elm Creek located in southern Taylor County. U.S. Highway 277 and Farm Road 89 was closed due to flash flooding.

Flash Flood in TAYLOR, TEXAS
From 17-AUG-07 18:55:00 to 18-AUG-07 00:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: ABILENE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Abilene Police reported widespread street flooding and numerous road closures across the city as a result of the very heavy rainfall. This extensive flooding continued through much of the evening.

Flash Flood in TOM GREEN, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-07 01:51:00 to 18-AUG-07 07:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: SAN ANGELO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

At least 10 roads were closed in San Angelo due to flash flooding.

Flash Flood in HASKELL, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-07 03:09:00 to 18-AUG-07 09:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: HASKELL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Ranch road 2407 was closed about 6 miles northwest of Haskell due to flash flooding.

Flash Flood in TAYLOR, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-07 06:45:00 to 18-AUG-07 12:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: ABILENE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Many roads across Abilene and Taylor County were closed due to flooding, including all roads in Mulberry Canyon. Serious flooding continues along Elm Creek west of Lake Abilene.

Flash Flood in HASKELL, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-07 12:10:00 to 18-AUG-07 17:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: HASKELL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

A creek running through city of Haskell has some streets impassable.

Flash Flood in NOLAN, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-07 12:35:00 to 18-AUG-07 17:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SWEETWATER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Several streets were closed in Sweetwater due to flash flooding.