Power outage

RGE found a pole that was struck by lightning.  They are having to rebuild the pole, it is an hours’ worth of work from the time they start, they are still moving equipment to the scene.  Unknown exact time for the power to be back on. ...

Fw: Route 12 Rd conditions (UPDATE)

Hot Springs Rd is closed due to poor weather induced conditions.   Please be advised there has been water reported at most water crossings on Route 12 and water flowing alongside the road in some areas. Communications Center Big Bend National Park PO Box 129 Big...

Route 12 Rd conditions

Please be advised there has been water reported at most water crossings on Route 12 and water flowing alongside the road in some areas. Communications Center Big Bend National Park PO Box 129 Big Bend Nat’l Park, TX 79834 Phone 432-477-1187 Fax...

Rio Grande at Dryden

I wanted to share an update for those who monitor the river levels. Some of you may have noticed that there has been no data reported from the Dryden gauge since July 4th. I reached out to the IBWC, and they informed me that a large piece of debris is lodged under the...

D.R. 7.14.2026

***Flash Flood Warning in effect through Thursday*** Flood Watch remains in effect through Thursday evening. What: Flash flooding is possible due to periods of heavy rainfall. Where: Southwest and western Texas, including: Central Brewster County, Chinati Mountains,...