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Tropical Storm Hanna Local Statement Intermediate Advisory Number 15A
National Weather Service Brownsville TX  AL082020
126 PM CDT Sun Jul 26 2020

This product covers The Rio Grande Valley and Deep South Texas

**HANNA WEAKING AND MOVING FARTHER INTO NORTHEASTERN MEXICO**
**HEAVY RAIN AND DANGEROUS FLASH FLOODING CONTINUES OVER DEEP SOUTH
 TEXAS AND THE RIO GRANDE VALLEY**

NEW INFORMATION
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* CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
    - All watches and warnings have been canceled

* CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
    - None

* STORM INFORMATION:
    - About 170 miles west of Brownsville TX
    - 25.9N 100.1W
    - Storm Intensity 40 mph
    - Movement West-southwest or 250 degrees at 9 mph

SITUATION OVERVIEW
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At 1 PM Tropical Storm Hanna has weakened to a minimal tropical storm
with winds of 40 mph. The center of Hanna continues to move west-
southwest into Nuevo Leon Mexico or 10 miles northeast of Monterrey,
Mexico. Tropical rainbands will continue to rotate around the broad
circulation with a persistent heavy rain and flooding threat through
the rest of Sunday and possible into Monday with abundant tropical
moisture across all of Deep South Texas. Additional rainfall amounts of
2 to 5 inches are expected today which will produce total rainfall
amounts of 6 to 12 inches, locally up to 16+ inches. Some isolated
thunderstorms within the heavier rainbands may produce strong gusty
winds and isolated tornadoes. A tornado watch and Flash Flood watch
continue for all of Deep South Texas.

POTENTIAL IMPACTS
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* FLOODING RAIN:
Additional impacts from flooding rain are still a concern across Deep
South Texas and Rio Grande Valley. Remain well guarded against life-
threatening flood waters having further impacts of devastating
potential.


* TORNADOES:
Additional impacts from tornadoes are still a concern across The Rio
Grande Valley and Deep South Texas. Remain well braced against
tornado event having further limited impact potential.

* WIND:
Little to no additional wind impacts expected.

    - Community officials are now assessing the extent of actual wind
      impacts accordingly.
    - Emergency response teams are attending to casualty situations
      as needed.
    - Emergency work crews are restoring essential community
      infrastructure as necessary.
    - If you have an emergency dial 9 1 1.

Little to no additional wind impacts expected.

* SURGE:
Little to no impacts are anticipated at this time across The Rio
Grande Valley and Deep South Texas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
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* EVACUATIONS:

RECOVERY PHASE - Do not enter evacuated areas until officials have
given the all clear to return.


* OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION:
Remain safely sheltered until conditions improve. When going outside
be sure to stay away from downed power lines, hazardous debris and
flooded areas.

Do not attempt to return to evacuated areas until local authorities
have inspected roads and bridges and have given the all clear.
Hazards like downed power lines and trees, washed out roads,
continued flooding in low lying areas and non-functioning traffic
lights make travel difficult.

Allow extra time for emergency vehicles to reach you as they navigate
road hazards.

Do not go sightseeing within impacted communities. Sightseers
interfere with the emergency work of first responders.

When inspecting damage, use flashlights rather than candles or flamed
lanterns. Be aware of sparks that can ignite natural gas or other
leaking flammables.

Do not go up on your roof until the weather conditions are safe.
Ladders can be slippery in the rain and unexpected wind gusts can
blow you off the roof.

When clearing out fallen trees, be careful with chainsaws and axes.
Always wear protective gear and keep others at a safe distance.
Leaning trees and those which have fallen on roofs or power lines can
be especially dangerous. If you are not in good health or unsure
about what you are doing, have someone with tree cutting experience
do the job. Never cut trees without a partner.

If using a generator, avoid carbon monoxide poisoning by following
instructions provided by the manufacturer. Operate your generator in
a well-ventilated space outside of your living area and away from
open doors and windows.

Problems with sewer backups can further contaminate standing flood
waters. Keep children away from flood waters. Also, listen for boil
water alerts as tap water may have become non-potable.

Be alert for any lingering wind gusts which could take down weakened
trees and/or power lines, collapse damaged structures, or cause
flying debris.

Be alert for flooded roads which could be compromised or littered
with debris. Avoid travel until water levels subside and roads have
been cleared. Do not drive through places where flood waters cover
the road. Turn around, don't drown!

Have multiple ways to receive Tornado Warnings if issued. Consider
nearby shelter options as you move about. Be ready to shelter quickly.


* ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION:
- For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov
- For information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.org
- For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org

NEXT UPDATE
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The next local statement will be issued by the National Weather
Service in Brownsville TX around , or sooner if conditions warrant.

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