When the National Weather Service Office issues a flood watch, or a flash flood watch, the forecast has the potential for rainfall of one inch per hour or repeatedly over a span of a few or many hours. These locations indicated by the watch should be aware of their locations and surroundings regarding the flooding potential.

Kerr County had discussed buying such things as water gauges and sirens after previous flood disasters. But as with many rural Texas counties, cost was an issue.

State and local officials in Texas have come under scrutiny over the lack of sirens in place to warn people of impending flash flooding.

Residents question flood warning systems after deadly flash flooding catches many off guard. Survivors share harrowing escapes and frustration.

Central, western and southeast Texas are under flood watches amid incoming storms laden with heavy rain.

A flash flood warning was issued by the NWS Raleigh NC on Saturday at 3:19 p.m. in effect until 6:15 p.m. for Durham County.

A flash flood warning was issued by the NWS Raleigh NC on Saturday at 3:19 p.m. in effect until 6:15 p.m. for Durham County.

A flash flood warning was issued by the NWS Raleigh NC on Saturday at 3:19 p.m. in effect until 6:15 p.m. for Durham County.