Matagorda County roads flood ahead of Tropical Storm Beta's landfall

Monday, September 21, 2020
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.
[Ads /]
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.
[Ads /]
Wind gusts were close to 30 mph with intermittent rain in the region around 5 a.m. Monday.

RELATED: Tropical Storm Beta's latest track as it impacts Texas

Follow Jeff Ehling on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Copyright © 2024 KTRK-TV. All Rights Reserved.