Significant flooding occurred in the south and southeastern counties when up to 11 of rain fell during the late evening and overnight hours. The flooding rains were caused by large scale lift occurring over a moist but cool boundary layer. Training of showers and thunderstorms occurred throughout the event.

Flash Flood in BELL, TEXAS
From 31-OCT-13 03:00:00 to 31-OCT-13 04:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: HEIDENHEIMER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Heavy rain and flash flooding led to the closure of Wedel Cemetery Road. The road was damaged by the flood waters.

Flash Flood in BELL, TEXAS
From 31-OCT-13 00:25:00 to 31-OCT-13 04:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: LITTLE RIVER - ACADEMY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 40.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

One to two feet of water was flowing over the intersection of FM 436 and Old TX 95 in Little River. Heavy thunderstorms produced nearly 8 of rain in just a few hours resulting in flash flooding.

Flash Flood in FALLS, TEXAS
From 31-OCT-13 04:30:00 to 31-OCT-13 08:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ELOISE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Heavy thunderstorms produced flash flooding in southern Falls County. FM 1373 was underwater between FM 413 and HWY 6. High water was reported on HWY 6 where it crosses Little Brazos River. Water was also reported on FM 2413 and FM 46. Nearly 8-10 of rain fell over the area in just a few hours.

Flood in FALLS, TEXAS
From 31-OCT-13 08:00:00 to 31-OCT-13 14:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: TERRYS CHAPEL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Flooding continued across parts of Falls County after nearly 8-10 of rain fell over the area. Most of the rain fell over the southern half of the county. The water took several hours to recede.

Flash Flood in FALLS, TEXAS
From 31-OCT-13 06:05:00 to 31-OCT-13 08:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROSEBUD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 40.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Highway 53 near Rosebud was under water.

Flood in LIMESTONE, TEXAS
From 31-OCT-13 05:30:00 to 31-OCT-13 14:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: NEW HOPE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Flooding continued across mainly the southern half of Limestone County after 4-11 of rain fell over the area. The water took several hours to recede. Several roads remained closed and some roads were damaged by the flood waters.

Flood in ANDERSON, TEXAS
From 31-OCT-13 08:50:00 to 31-OCT-13 14:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MASSEY LAKE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Flooding continued across Anderson County after 4-8 of rain fell over the area. The water took several hours to recede. Several roads remained closed and some roads were damaged by the flood waters.

Flash Flood in LIMESTONE, TEXAS
From 31-OCT-13 03:57:00 to 31-OCT-13 05:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: FALLON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Significant flooding was reported along Highway 164 and the road was impassable. Several other major roads across the southern half of the county were closed due to flash flooding. Rainfall totals of 5-11 of rain fell across the southern half of the county in just a few hours.

Flash Flood in FREESTONE, TEXAS
From 30-OCT-13 23:30:00 to 31-OCT-13 05:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: DONIE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Numerous roads were closed across the county due to very heavy rainfall resulting in flash flooding. 4-12 of rain fell across the county in just a few hours. Water entered one house on Highway 84 in Teague. 4 houses on the northeast side of Teague were evacuated as Turtle Creek quickly rose.

Flash Flood in MILAM, TEXAS
From 31-OCT-13 05:00:00 to 31-OCT-13 08:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: DAVILLA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Several county roads across the northern part of the county were impassable due to flash flooding. Heavy thunderstorms produced 3-7 of rain across the northern half of the county resulting in flash flooding. FM 2269 at Elm Creek was impassable for a few days. FM 485 at Elm Creek was closed for several weeks due to damage caused by flooding from the swollen creek. At least 3 people were rescued out of Elm Creek near FM 485. In addition, parts of FM 487 and 437 near Davilla were flooded. Damage was reported on FM 437. CR 116 was also closed because the asphalt was washed away.

Flood in BELL, TEXAS
From 31-OCT-13 04:30:00 to 31-OCT-13 14:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BARTLETT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Significant flooding continued across eastern Bell County after nearly 8 of rain fell over the area. The water took several hours to recede. Several roads remained closed and some roads were damaged by the flood waters.

Flood in FREESTONE, TEXAS
From 31-OCT-13 05:50:00 to 31-OCT-13 14:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: DONIE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Flooding continued across Freestone County after 4-12 of rain fell over the area. The water took several hours to recede. Several roads remained closed and some roads were damaged by the flood waters.

Flood in MILAM, TEXAS
From 31-OCT-13 08:30:00 to 31-OCT-13 14:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: DAVILLA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Flooding continued across northern Milam County after 3-7 of rain fell over the area. The water took several hours to recede. Several roads remained closed and some roads were damaged by the flood waters.

Flash Flood in ANDERSON, TEXAS
From 31-OCT-13 00:39:00 to 31-OCT-13 08:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: MASSEY LAKE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 150.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous roads were closed due to flash flooding that resulted from heavy thunderstorms that produced 4-8 of rain across the county in less than 8 hours. Portions of Highway 79 in Palestine were closed. Part of Highway 79 between Palestine and Tucker were also closed. Numerous other roads in Palestine were impassable including Reagan, Azell, Bassett, North Sycamore Rd near Ezell and Green Street. CR 2201 at Salt Works Rd, and CR 2715 and 2301 were also closed. One home on CR 2301 was flooded with 6 of water when Lake Creek overflowed its banks. FM 312 in Frankston was washed out. FM 321 at HWY 287 in Tennessee Colony was impassable. FM 321 between Tennessee Colony and Neches was closed in some places. FM 320 was closed near Harmony. A woman was trapped in her vehicle on FM 645 in Tucker due to high water, and FM 645 north of Tucker was also partially closed. Also, parts of FM 315, US 79 from Westwood to FM 645, FM 645 to FM 320, CR 2054, FM 321 to CR 2706, CRs 2223, 2401, 2504, 2303, & 2311 were closed or damaged. In many locations, it took the water several days to recede or the roads were closed for at least a week due to damage to the roads and/or culverts.

Flash Flood in BELL, TEXAS
From 30-OCT-13 20:52:00 to 31-OCT-13 04:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOLLAND
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 40.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Heavy rainfall resulted in flash flooding in the Holland area. Six inches of water was over Highway 95 between Holland and Bartlett. Water rescues were performed along Sunshine Rd and Strasburger Rd, and the two roads were barricaded due to the high water. One man was also rescued on Donahoe Rd to the southeast of Holland. The area received nearly 8 of rain in less than 12 hours.

Flash Flood in LIMESTONE, TEXAS
From 31-OCT-13 04:00:00 to 31-OCT-13 05:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: MEXIA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Significant flooding was reported in Mexia after nearly 4 inches of rain fell in a short period. The 700 block of Palestine Street was impassable with water running into nearby homes and manholes blowing their covers. A new culvert at Bonham St and Hopkins Street was pushed out of the ground creating problems for drivers at that intersection.