San Benito hands out sandbags ahead of anticipated rainfall

San Benito hands out sandbags ahead of anticipated rainfall

SAN BENITO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The City of San Benito is hosting a sandbag distribution ahead of anticipated rainfall. Low pressure from the Bay of Campeche is bringing a chance of rain to the Rio Grande Valley, which is predicted to bring up to a half-inch of rainfall in the San Benito area. Pre-filled sandbags will be available while supplies last, starting at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 14. The distribution will be held at City Service …

Cities Schedule Sandbag Distribution With Rain In RGV Forecast – 710am KURV

Several Rio Grande Valley cities are distributing sandbags to help local residents protect their property. The National Weather Service says an area of low pressure in the Gulf could cause heavy rain and flooding in the region today. The Texas Department of Transportation advised drivers to watch for signs indicating streets to avoid if flooding occurs. San Benito held a sandbag distribution event yesterday, while Pharr and San Juan are doing so…