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Old 08-24-2017, 07:33 AM
 
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If you plan on staying in Conroe,
I recommend you the hotels next to Texas Roadhouse,
there's a lot of things to do walking distance from there and I think is impossible for that area to flood
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Old 08-24-2017, 07:47 AM
 
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Should the storm intensify and move this way, you need to stay off the roads so people in low lying areas can get out.

The low lying areas are supposed to be staged, worse first. Every household in the metro area should not get in every car they own and head north. You are in no danger. Keep the roads clear for people in harms way.
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Old 08-24-2017, 08:06 AM
 
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I will say this: if you are planning to leave town (hey, maybe an excuse for a long weekend?), leave today, not tomorrow. Otherwise, you are likely to find yourself on the road with a lot of people with the same idea. I conveniently have a trip scheduled for the weekend and am leaving out of IAH tomorrow late morning, and i will be giving myself some extra time to get to the airport.
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Old 08-24-2017, 08:14 AM
 
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What do you guys recommend for emergency supplies. Flash lights, water,?
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Old 08-24-2017, 08:39 AM
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Reporting on Harvey yesterday, the weather lady in Seattle described Houston as so flat that it floods when someone spills their drink on the sidewalk.
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Old 08-24-2017, 09:03 AM
 
Location: Austin, TX
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I actually have a question now. What is the inches-per-hour flooding threshold for Houston in general? And what about specific areas (Meyerland vs. Katy vs. etc)? Is there a general guideline?
In general, Houston can handle 1-2 inches per hour rather fine. Above that is tenuous. 12" isn't a problem if spread out over several days. However, if a squall line goes over a spot and you get 3-6" per hour, that's the problem.
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Old 08-24-2017, 09:05 AM
 
Location: Austin, TX
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What do you guys recommend for emergency supplies. Flash lights, water,?
Yes, candles, matches (both for candles and to light the gas stove so you can cook), etc...
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Old 08-24-2017, 09:19 AM
 
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Anyone who was around for Allison may want to chime in. This sounds like it will be a similar event.

I lived here, but was on vacation when Allison hung around for awhile.

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In general, Houston can handle 1-2 inches per hour rather fine. Above that is tenuous. 12" isn't a problem if spread out over several days. However, if a squall line goes over a spot and you get 3-6" per hour, that's the problem.
Yep. The water drains, it just takes a little while to handle high volume amounts.
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Old 08-24-2017, 09:42 AM
 
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Wonder why that part of town is called the Heights?

You'd be better off staying home.
Technically it's because it's 32 feet above sea level, but I don't know if that'll make a big difference...Before I moved here I heard "The Heights" and thought of something out of San Fran, lol. But, even so, I suppose 32 feet is better than sea level.

But it seems like a lot of people are saying to stay put and not let it freak me/us out unnecessarily.
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Old 08-24-2017, 09:49 AM
 
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I was here for Allison and lost my first car thanks to that storm. The issue was just the sheer amount of rain. It stopped on occasion but constantly picked up. It was basically a never ending thunderstorm for 2 1/2 days. However, I still don't believe evacuating is necessary if your area doesn't flood. Water, snacks, flashlights and gas are must haves.
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