LLANO, Texas (KXAN) — The possibility of flooding is leading to the City of Llano closing some streets Tuesday afternoon in the downtown area.
City leaders posted on Facebook that they’ll shut down West Sandstone Street from Malone to Lauderdale Streets starting at 4 p.m. due to anticipated flood waters. Flag Creek, which runs to the Llano River, is in that area, so it appears that’s the concern from the city.
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a flood warning for the Llano River in Llano starting Tuesday evening. It’s anticipating the water there to rise to 14.8 feet late Wednesday morning, which is more than 12 feet higher compared to its current level.
According to the NWS, this kind of flooding could threaten docks and boats in the flood plain downstream in Kingsland. Some roads and bridges could be flooded, too, making it potentially dangerous to drivers.
Volunteers working with the Highland Lakes Crisis Network, which is comprised of a network of churches in the area, told KXAN they’re on standby to assist with providing resources or assisting governmental agencies to help anyone impacted by potential flooding. This organization formed after the disastrous 2018 flood that struck the same area.
Kevin Naumann, who helps lead the network, said anyone interested in being placed on its list for notifications in the event they need to mobilize can visit the group’s website.
KXAN will keep monitoring the conditions and provide the latest information, as it becomes available.