Houston prepares for worsening flood conditions due to severe weather

High waters in Houston flooded neighborhoods after heavy rains, leading to over 400 people being rescued. Families and pets were evacuated as floodwaters continued rising. Rainfall forecasts indicated major flooding was likely. Residents in low-lying areas were urged to evacuate as more rain was expected. Parts of Texas and Louisiana were already drenched, with hundreds rescued from flooded homes. Houston is a flood-prone area, with past experiences of devastating weather, such as Hurricane Harvey in 2017. Officials were concerned about rising water levels along the San Jacinto River and were monitoring the situation closely.

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