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Flash Flood — Williamson, TX

Nov 15, 2001

Rainfall began near sunrise over Williamson County, with totals in the mid-morning period approaching 3 inches. By the end of the afternoon, amounts were generally 4 to 6 inches over the south portion of the county, with a major part of the rainfall occurring over the drainage area of Brushy Creek. Emergency planners reported the flooding along the San Gabriel River to be some of the worst since 1957. Numerous rescues were required, with some victims having to be pulled out of trees. At least

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5272979). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

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