Storm surge risk snapshot · Jacinto City, TX

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Current risk outlook

Storm surge risk for Jacinto City, TX.

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This view focuses on storm surge exposure patterns and coastal vulnerability near this city.

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Sources: NOAA, NWS, SPC, NHC, FEMA, USGS.

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Baseline

99/100

High long-term exposure

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Practical, non-emergency steps

  1. STEP 1

    Review coastal protection basics

    Secure loose items, document the property, and review insurance and contact information before a coastal weather event.

  2. STEP 2

    Check official coastal guidance

    Review local emergency-management and NWS guidance for your location rather than relying on a risk score for evacuation or route decisions.

  3. STEP 3

    Keep a household contact plan current

    Make sure household contacts and important records are easy to reach if local conditions change.

This packet supports preparation conversations. It is not an emergency alert, evacuation instruction, insurance quote, property inspection, or medical guidance. Follow official local instructions for time-sensitive decisions.

Historical risk score

Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.

99

/ 100

Storm surge risk score99/100

For typical homes located in Jacinto City, TX.

Baseline context

Storm surge exposure derived from NOAA SLOSH MOM (AGL) data.

Local historical hazard map

Jacinto City, TX

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Surge intelligence snapshot

Nearest tide gauge (NOAA CO-OPS)

Manchester (8770777)

Distance from Jacinto City: 3 mi

Observed water level: 2.58 ft (MLLW)

Observed: local time

Source: NOAA CO-OPS.

NHC storm surge watch/warning

No NHC storm surge watch/warning posted.

Source: NHC advisory feed.

Coastal flood alerts (NWS)

No coastal flood alerts at this time.

Source: National Weather Service.

Wave & surf forecast

Observed wave height: 2.30 ft

Observed: local time

Buoy: Station 42092 (179 mi)

Source: NDBC buoy observations.

5-day surge outlook

Today

LOW

Rain chance: 1%

Max wind: 0 to 5 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Tomorrow

LOW

Rain chance: 3%

Max wind: 0 to 10 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Mon

LOW

Rain chance: 3%

Max wind: 0 to 10 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Tue

MODERATE

Rain chance: 23%

Max wind: 5 to 15 mph

Risk score: 49/100

Wed

ELEVATED

Rain chance: 54%

Max wind: 10 to 15 mph

Risk score: 59/100

Historical storm surge exposure

Local surge data facts

Observed water level2.58 ft · 3 mi
Nearest buoy waves2.30 ft · 179 mi

Data from NOAA CO-OPS, NHC surge advisories, and NWS marine forecasts.

Historical storm surge exposure near Jacinto City

  • Surge risk is highest near the coast and tidal waterways, and drops quickly inland.
  • Wind direction and storm approach angle can be as important as storm category.
  • Strong storms can create surge + rainfall flooding at the same time.

Storm surge FAQs for Jacinto City

Can storm surge affect Jacinto City?

Surge risk generally drops quickly inland, but tidal rivers and bays can still push water farther than expected in some storms.

Is storm surge the same as flooding?

Surge is ocean water pushed onshore by wind/pressure; flooding can also come from rainfall, rivers, and drainage issues.