Hurricane Humberto made landfall as a strong category one hurricane in rural southwestern Jefferson County early in the morning on September 13th, over McFaddin National Wildlife Refuge. Storm total rainfall ranged from one inch in southern Jasper and Newton Counties, to almost 11 inches near McFaddin Wildlife Refuge. Some flash flooding occurred in the urban areas between beaumont and Orange. Highest estimated winds were around 80 knots or 90 mph, but hurricane-force wind only extended 15 miles. Damage was primarily trees blown down, roof damage, and power lines downed. The lowest pressure reading was estimated to be 985 mb at landfall. Coastal storm tides were 3 to 5 feet, with the highest occurring at Texas Point.  One fatality was attributed to the hurricane. An 80 year old man in Bridge City (Orange County, TX) ventured outside to check his property and was killed instantly when his carport collapsed on him.

Tropical Storm in NEWTON, TEXAS
From 13-SEP-07 04:00:00 to 13-SEP-07 05:30:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Tropical storm force winds from Hurricane Humberto reached southern sections of Newton County. Minor wind damage such as tree limbs and a few power outages occurred in the Deweyville area.

Tropical Storm in JASPER, TEXAS
From 13-SEP-07 04:00:00 to 13-SEP-07 04:30:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Tropical storm force winds from Hurricane Humberto reached southern sections of Jasper County. Minor wind damage such as tree limbs and a few power outages occurred south of the Buna area.

Hurricane (Typhoon) in JEFFERSON, TEXAS
From 13-SEP-07 01:00:00 to 13-SEP-07 04:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 25.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Hurricane Humberto made landfall around 1 am in rural southwestern Jefferson County, in McFaddin National Wildlife Refuge. The minimum pressure was estimated to be around 985 mb. While maximum winds were estimated to be 80 knots or 90 mph, hurricane-force winds were confined to a 15 mile wide area. Cities that saw the highest winds of 60 to 80 mph include Port Arthur, Sabine Pass, and Nederland. Damage was primarily trees blown down, roof damage, and power lines downed. At least 12 injuries were reported, due to snake bites, cuts and bruises, and a few broken bones. Power outages occurred to over 100,000 customers. Most urban locations had power back up within a few days, but some rural locations saw power out for up to a week. Maximum storm tides were 4.87 ft MLLW at Texas Point and 4.07 ft MLLW at Sabine Pass North. This resulted in minor beach erosion.

Hurricane (Typhoon) in ORANGE, TEXAS
From 13-SEP-07 03:15:00 to 13-SEP-07 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 10.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Hurricane Humberto moved into Orange County around 3:15 am between Vidor and Bridge City. Hurricane force winds were confined to a 15 mile wide area. Cities that saw the highest winds of 50 to 70 mph include Vidor, Bridge City, and Mauriceville. Damage was primarily trees blown down, roof damage, and power lines downed. One fatality occurred in Bridge City where an 80 year old man went outside to check on his property, and a carport fell on him. Power outages occurred to over 20,000 customers. Most urban locations had power back up within a few days, but some rural locations saw power out for up to a week.

Flash Flood in ORANGE, TEXAS
From 13-SEP-07 04:50:00 to 13-SEP-07 09:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: VIDOR
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Heavy rain associated with Hurricane Humberto caused flooded service roads along I-10 between Vidor and Orange.

Flash Flood in JEFFERSON, TEXAS
From 13-SEP-07 01:00:00 to 13-SEP-07 05:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: FANNETT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Tropical System
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Heavy rain associated with Hurricane Humberto caused water to enter some homes near Fannett, and also close some service roads along I-10 in the Beuamont area.