Esri Offers U.S. Flooding Map Following Texas Floods
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More than 11 inches of rain fell in areas of Texas and other nearby states on May 25-26, inundating homes and highways and bringing the southeast Texas city of Houston to a standstill.
Esri’s U.S. Flooding Public Information Map provides continuously updated information from the National Weather Service showing:
- Observed flooding locations
- Current and forecasted precipitation
- Flood warning areas
Specific information provided includes flooding height and severity, and features can be identified with the stream gauge and weather watch layers.
About the Author: Tracy Cozzens
Tracy Cozzens has been with GPS World magazine in varying capacities since 2006, wearing many hats during her tenure. She has worked in government, for non-profits, and in corporate communications, editing a variety of publications for audiences ranging from federal government contractors to teachers.
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