Rescue operations initiated in Texas as meteorologists forecast increased rainfall causing floods.

More storms bringing heavy rain have inundated the Houston area, leading to hundreds of rescues. Lake Livingston and Harris County have seen up to 20 inches of rain over the past week. Residents in low-lying areas have been urged to evacuate, as flooding continues to worsen. Houston, known for flooding, has a vast network of channels and bayous that struggle to cope with heavy rains. The region is expected to face extreme heat and humidity after the rains subside. No deaths or injuries have been reported, but extensive damage is evident across the flooded areas.

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