* WHAT...Peak heat index values between 106 and 110.
* WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast Texas.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
Heat Advisory
Until 2026-08-24T19:00:00-05:00
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National Weather Service
* WHAT...Peak heat index values between 106 and 110.
* WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast Texas.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
COLORADO RV AT COLUMBUS, TX
Realtime Data
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Report
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Conditions
353
Discharge (cfs)
9.7
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 353 cfs, and a gauge height of 9.65 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 377 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The main constituents of the flow are runoff from precipitation, groundwater discharge, and water releases from upstream reservoirs including Lake Travis and Lake Buchanan. The Colorado River is a major source of water for cities and agriculture in Texas, and is regulated by several dams along its course. Seasonal trends show higher flows during the spring and lower flows during the summer and fall. In addition, the Colorado River has experienced periods of drought in recent years, leading to concerns about water availability. An interesting fact about the hydrology of the Colorado River is that it has been designated as an "American Heritage River" due to its historical and cultural significance.