Flood Gate Opened

The Sabine River Authority has 11 gate open to four feet. This will cause moderate flooding

along the Sabine River. In Orange County, areas east of Highway 87 and north of I-10 should

make preparations. Sandbags are available at precinct barns on Highway 87 North, 2505 FM

1442, and at 345 Claiborne St in Vidor. In Newton County, sandbags are available at precinct

barns in Deweville, Burkeville, and Bleakwood. Residents are asked to bring their own shovels

to fill the sandbags. The rain has also caused flooding on the Neches River with peaking at

8.4 feet expected on Tuesday.


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