MATAGORDA COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- Water levels were rising early Monday in low-lying areas of Matagorda County ahead of Tropical Storm Beta's landfall.
Roads near Matagorda Bay were flooded, including FM 2031 as observed by ABC13's Jeff Ehling.
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Many residents who live in Matagorda appeared to have taken voluntary evacuation orders seriously.
Matagorda County authorities issued a voluntary evacuation recommendation for Sargent, Matagorda, and the bay front area of Palacios.
SEE ALSO: Take a look at the evacuation orders issued in your area ahead of Beta
High tides were predicted to be close to 4 to 5 feet and remain high for several days.
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Wind gusts were close to 30 mph with intermittent rain in the region around 5 a.m. Monday.
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