(Tyler Morning Telegraph File)

Although sunny skies have returned, this week’s severe weather has impacted areas of East Texas, including Smith County.

We will update this list as more information is reported.

Closures

The Tyler Parks and Rec team is advising people that some areas in the parks and trail systems, especially around the Rose Rudman Trail, are significantly impacted by the rain and weather conditions. The city advises steering clear of these areas for safety. Contact parks admin at 903-531-1370 with any questions. 

Due to heavy rain, the City of Tyler Water Utilities is temporarily closing all public boat ramps on Lake Tyler and Lake Tyler East.

Ramps are being closed due to boating hazards resulting from debris washed into the lakes by the recent rains and to reduce damage from shoreline erosion caused by boat wakes. In addition, the lakes are closed to boat traffic from lake residents.

The ramps will be closed until further notice. Tyler Water Utilities anticipates reopening the ramps once the lake levels recede.

Road conditions

Please do not drive through high water crossings. Even if a road is not listed below, it could be affected by high water. Officials advise motorists to use caution driving anywhere in East Texas.

Arp Police Department put out a notice around 2:35 p.m. Thursday stating County Road 294, between the city limits and County Road 258, will be closed due to washout until further notice. 

As of Wednesday morning, there was heavy standing water covering the roadway at Yarborough Lane and County Road 2138 (Old Tyler Rd). Smith County ESD 2 and Texas Task Force One rescued two people off this roadway after getting stuck in the water in their car. 

A portion of Mixon Road between Troup and Whitehouse is closed.

As of 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, the City of Whitehouse reported a closure on Hagan Road in the 1400 block. Northbound traffic on Highway 110 is also down to one lane.

There is a reported closure on Spur 364.

Arp Police Department reported at 3:45 p.m. Monday that the 400 block of South Main Street was closed due to a tree blocking the roadway. 

Arp also reported Lindale Street past Sunny Lane is impassable. 

Smith County Emergency Services District 2 reported Farm-to-Market 724 is under water.

FM 2868 also has high water over the roads, according to Smith County.

Sections of Smith County Road 463, also known as Wood Springs Road under Interstate 20, and CR 370 have water over the roadways, according to Smith County officials.

On Highway 135 east of Overton, a tree was down blocking the roadway.

Smith County Road and Bridge crews are out clearing downed trees, but none have been reported blocking the entire road to cause a closure.

In Precinct 4, Constable Josh Joplin reported some flooding on Highway 64 and recommended drivers use extreme caution, especially those in low cars.

Are you seeing flooded roads in your commute? Email us at news@tylerpaper.com with more information.

Power outages

In Smith County, power has been restored to thousands as of Thursday with less than 50 homes without power. As of 2:40 p.m. Thursday, 49 Oncor customers are without power. Oncor services 109,454 homes in the county.

To report an outage, text OUT to 66267, use the MyOncor app, or select “Report an Outage” located above this map.

Restoration time for Smith County homes is about 9 p.m. Thursday night. For a full list, visit https://stormcenter.oncor.com.

Weather alerts and forecast

A river flood warning is in in effect through Saturday afternoon.

A flood watch is in effect until 7 p.m. Wednesday

A wind advisory is in effect from 7 p.m. Wednesday through 7 p.m. Thursday

CBS19 reports blue skies is in the forecast again Friday.

“Sunshine will lift temperatures to the upper 70s tomorrow afternoon. Water vapor will begin to return to the Piney Woods and keep overnight temperatures from getting too chilly,” CBS19 said.