Flash Flood Warning In Effect For The Austin Area And Much Of Bastrop County Until 6 P.M.

A flash flood warning in in effect for much of Travis and Bastrop counties until 6 p.m. Saturday.

The National Weather Service says life-threatening flash flooding in the warned area, which includes Austin, is ongoing or expected to begin soon.

If you’re in a low-lying or flood-prone area, make a plan to get to higher ground. Do not try to cross any flooded roads.

Follow the National Weather Service below for updates on the severe weather: