Houston is currently in a state of emergency as the city faces the aftermath of powerful winds, rain, and flooding brought by Tropical Storm Beryl. Mayor John Whitmire has declared a rescue mode and urged residents to shelter in place to ensure their safety.
Mayor Whitmire emphasized the severity of the situation during a news briefing, highlighting the impact of hurricane-force wind gusts, street closures, malfunctioning traffic lights, fires, and widespread flooding with over 10 inches of water covering most parts of the city. The San Jacinto River is being closely monitored for potential flooding.
