Rescue operations in full swing as flooding continues in Harris County, surrounding areas
April 30, 2024: Flooding along the East San Jacinto River east of New Caney, Texas. (Copyright 2024 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.)
In response to escalating flooding on the east and west forks of the San Jacinto River , the Harris County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management (HCOHSEM) has elevated its alert status to Level 1 – Maximum Readiness.
As of 11 p.m. on Saturday, rescue operations have been in full swing across Harris County . A total of 226 individuals and 156 pets have been successfully rescued from affected areas, as confirmed by the Joint Information Center.
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