Jan 1, 1999
Heavy rain, along with large hail and gusty winds preceded a small tornado near Leesville. The tornado was spotted by a sheriff's deputy, but remained in open country. The tornado dissipated quickly, but heavy rainfall continued over the eastern part of Gonzales County, producing between 2 and 3 inch totals, with isolated 6 inches amounts. Brief flash flooding ensued, ending just before midnight.
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5681902). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Gonzales County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.