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Storm Harvey: Houston Hit by ’Catastrophic Floods, ’Up To 2,000 Rescued

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Up to 2,000 people were rescued from floods in and around Houston, as Tropical Storm Harvey continues to batter the US Gulf Coast of Texas with heavy rains.

There are reports of possible deaths in submerged vehicles, but investigations continue, Chief Darryl Coleman of the Harris County Sheriff's Office said.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott told the media he could not confirm storm-related deaths.

Meanwhile, the National Weather Service [NWS] described the conditions as "unprecedented".

It said there was a "flash flood emergency" across the Houston Metro area, with travel near impossible.

Consequently, many shelters have been opened, including in a convention center.

Governor Abbott said about 250 roads and motorways had been closed in Texas and that he had made a federal disaster declaration for 19 counties that was granted by President Donald Trump.

The NWS earlier noted reports of five deaths in the area, but only one fatality in Houston has been confirmed.

For his part, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner urged residents not to call emergency services unless their situation is life-threatening and they need to be rescued.

"Don't get on the road. Don't assume this storm is over," he said.

Source: News Agencies, Edited by website team