Sheldon Community Fire & Rescue

59 minutes ago

HYDROPLANING TRIGGERS
High Speeds: Risk generally begins around 35 mph and increases significantly at speeds over 45-55 mph, where tires have less time to push water aside.

Standing Water: Driving through deep puddles, pooled water, or areas with poor road drainage.

The First 10 Minutes of Rain: Light rain mixes with oil and grease residue on the road surface, creating an exceptionally slick film.

Worn Tire Treads: Bald or low-tread tires (less than 4/32 or 2/32 of an inch) lack the groove depth necessary to channel water away.

Underinflated Tires: Low tire pressure distorts the tire's shape, reducing its ability to scatter water properly.

Sudden Actions: Harsh braking, sharp acceleration, or hard steering movements while driving on a wet surface.

What to Do If You Hydroplane
If your vehicle begins to slide or feel like it is floating:
* Ease off the gas pedal smoothly to slow down.
* Do not slam on the brakes, as this can lock your wheels and cause a complete spin.
* Keep the steering wheel straight and steer gently in the direction you want to go until you feel the tires regain traction. ... See MoreSee Less

Sheldon Community Fire & Rescue

21 hours ago

A flood watch was issued by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Jun 14, 2026 6:00 PM – Jun 15, 2026 12:00 Noon
Plan to monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings; use phone weather apps. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast Texas, including the following areas, in south central Texas, Coastal Jackson and Inland Jackson. In southeast Texas, Austin, Bolivar Peninsula, Brazoria Islands, Brazos, Burleson, Chambers, Coastal Brazoria, Coastal Galveston, Coastal Harris, Coastal Matagorda, Colorado, Fort Bend, Galveston Island, Grimes, Houston, Inland Brazoria, Inland Galveston, Inland Harris, Inland Matagorda, Madison, Matagorda Islands, Montgomery, Northern Liberty, Polk, San Jacinto, Southern Liberty, Trinity, Walker, Waller, Washington and Wharton. * WHEN...Through Wednesday morning.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected, with period of heavy rain. Rainfall totals through Wednesday morning are between 2 to 4 inches, with isolated higher amounts of 6-8 inches. Rainfall rates are expected to range from 2-4 inches per hour at times. - www.weather.gov/safety/flood ... See MoreSee Less