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Underpass gates already up as Houston braces for Tropical Storm Edouard
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Taylor Bruck , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· September 1, 2026
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Key points The area's storm sewer system is nearly 90 years old, dating back to around 1936. Tropical Storm Edouard is approaching, bringing concerns of heavy rain.
Tropical Storm Edouard is approaching, bringing concerns of heavy rain. City officials are particularly worried about neighborhoods that already struggle with flooding. One such area has already taken precautions, with an underpass closed off ahead of the storm.
Barricades now block the underpass, which has a history of severe flooding. The area's storm sewer system is nearly 90 years old, dating back to around 1936. This aging system is part of the problem.
Further details about the storm and the city's preparations are available, including a timeline for the affected areas.
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Category: News ·
Published: September 1, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
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