Still, the threat of running into water on the surface streets and feeder roads near freeways is not over, and many areas are unsafe for travel.
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Remember, if you come across high water, don't attempt to drive through it. Turn around, don't drown.
As of Wednesday, May 8 at 6 p.m., Houston Transtar is reporting the following high water locations.
- IH-69 Eastex Northbound at San Jacinto River, Frontage Road U-turn is closed beginning Thursday at 9 a.m.
- IH-69 Eastex Southbound At San Jacinto River, Frontage road U-turn is closed beginning Thursday at 9 a.m.
- FM-1485 Eastbound At Montgomery-Harris County Line All Mainlanes is closed beginning Wednesday, May 1, 2024 12:20 AM
- FM-1485 Northbound At Harris-Montgomery County Line All Mainlanes is closed beginning Wednesday, May 1, 2024 3:58 AM
Even though the National Weather Service's flood watch expired Sunday, after 93 hours in effect, moderate to major river flooding is expected to remain a concern for at least a week. Don't drive around any remaining barricades.
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The video below describes the dangers of driving in flood waters.
6 things drivers must know about floodwaters
Source: Houston Transtar, local authorities, and ABC13.
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