Hurricane lashes southeast Texas with heavy rain, wind
Vehicles sits half submerged in flood waters in a residential area in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey in Houston, Texas, August 27, 2017. [Photo/Agencies] |
The emergency numbers in Houston are busy and difficult to get through. People are advised to stay indoors or seek safe shelter.
The area has been declared a federal disaster zone. Houston schools have canceled all classes for the week through Sept 1.