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Edouard causes flooding in East Texas, dumping more than 20 inches of rain in places
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk By Emily Foxhall and Stephen Simpson The Texas Tribune , as published by Waco Tribune-Herald
· September 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The storm dumped more than 20 inches of rain in some areas, leading to flooded roads and fallen trees. Tropical Storm Edouard brought intense rain to East Texas, causing flooding and disruptions.
Tropical Storm Edouard brought intense rain to East Texas, causing flooding and disruptions. The storm dumped more than 20 inches of rain in some areas, leading to flooded roads and fallen trees. Power outages were also reported as the storm passed through.
County emergency leaders oversaw the response to the storm, helping some people evacuate their homes. The full extent of the damage and disruptions is not specified, but officials were involved in assisting those affected.
Further details about the impact of Tropical Storm Edouard are available from the source, including specific actions taken by emergency responders and the status of those evacuated from their homes.
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Category: safety Published: September 2, 2026 Source: Waco Tribune-Herald Reading time: 1 min
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