Flood watch affects millions in Texas and Oklahoma as more storms are expected Sunday
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The Houston area was under threat of worsening flood conditions Saturday, a day after heavy storms slammed the region and authorities warned those in low-lying areas to evacuate ahead of an expected "catastrophic" surge of water.
A flood watch remained in effect through Sunday afternoon as forecasters predicted additional rainfall Saturday night, bringing another 1 to 3 inches of water to the soaked region and the likelihood of major flooding. In total, about 11 million people in Texas and Oklahoma are under flood warnings and watches this weekend.
Friday's storms forced numerous high-water rescues, including some from the rooftops of flooded homes. Nearly 200 such rescues have been recorded. One such incident was caught on camera, as someone filmed a large truck being swept away as its driver jumped from the cab. The driver was later rescued.
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