Officials Warn of Rising Floodwater in Galveston County as Storm Beta Stalls Over Texas

A flash flood warning was issued for some coastal communities in southeast Texas as Tropical Storm Beta brought heavy rains to the region on Tuesday, September 22, weather officials said.

The National Hurricane Center said Beta was forecast to “stall” over Texas on Tuesday, dumping heavy rains along the coast. The Galveston County Office of Emergency Management said it had prepared high-water rafts in case flood rescues were needed.

Officials with League City, Texas, said this video shows high water levels at Clear Creek near Walter Hall Park in Galveston County. League City officials said water levels could get higher as rains continue. Credit: @LeagueCityTX via Storyful