LIVE BLOG: Here’s what is happening across Houston area as strong thunderstorms arrive

HOUSTON – A strong and slow-moving storm system is moving through the Houston area this week.

The storm may bring flooding to our streets, creeks, streams and rivers. The Houston area also has a severe weather threat for damaging winds and hail.

• Weather update: Strong, slow-moving storm system arrives today with flooding possible
• Take a look: Rain, dark clouds, lightning: Submit Click2Pins videos, photos of the storms in your area
• RADAR: Scattered storms moving through the Houston area

Follow our coverage in our live blog below:

6:05 p.m. -- Flooding on the North side

5:10 p.m. -- HISD cancels after-school activities

Due to inclement weather, Houston Independent School District has cancelled all after-school activities and sporting events for Tuesday.

2 p.m. -- Aldine ISD cancels all extracurricular activities

Due to weather conditions, Aldine Independent School District has cancelled all extracurricular activities Tuesday. Campus-hosted events, such as celebrations, concerts and banquets can continue at the discretion of the principal or may be rescheduled.

1:12 p.m. -- Galena Park ISD cancels after-school activities

Galena Park Independent School District cancelled all after-school activities and night school Tuesday due to weather conditions.

11:30 a.m. -- Lake Houston gates open amid storms

Mayor Pro Tem Dave Martin announced to Lake Houston residents that the Houston Public Works is monitoring weather forecasts for the region. The forecast of 3+ inches of rain in the its watershed triggered the opening of Lake Houston Spillway Gates.

Property owners along the lake were asked take measures to secure property along the shoreline. Residents were also asked to secure patio and outdoor furniture as wind is expected to be a factor with this line of storms.

According to a release, the Lake Houston Spillway Gates will continue to remain open to manage storm inflows until inclement weather has moved from its region.

Lake Conroe reportedly experienced significant rain overnight and is currently releasing a small amount from their reservoir, which eventually make it’s way to the San Jacinto River over the next 24 hours, the release stated.

10:46 a.m. -- Street flooding reported in north Harris County

Storm Chaser Houston has reported flooding with over 2 inches on I-45 and Tidwell Road.

10:06 a.m. -- Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office deploys high-water trucks

The Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office deployed its high water rescue equipment in anticipation of possible storms and flooding. The equipment includes two 5-ton trucks, two rescue boats and a Hummer.

10 a.m. -- The Flood Control District reports flooding in the area

9:51 a.m. -- Harris County Sheriff’s Office deploys high-water rescue vehicles

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office has deployed its high-water rescue vehicles throughout the county in anticipation of possible flooding.

9:36 a.m. -- Ground stop issued at Bush Intercontinental for all inbound flights due to thunderstorms

According to FlightAware.com, flights at Bush Airport are being grounded until 10 a.m., and 11 a.m. for Hobby Airport.