Overnight floods causes evacuations

WILLS POINT — Several residents in Wills Point were evacuated early Thursday morning due to severe flooding from heavy rainfall in the area. According to our news partner KETK, The Wills Point Police Department, City Marshal’s Office and Fire Department conducted a high-water rescue at a residence on Pecan Avenue, near the veternary clinic. Floodwaters exceeded 4-and-a-half feet in depth with a strong current, the police department said.

First responders were successful in locating and rescuing a family of four and their household pets. Several additional residents in the affected area were also successfully rescued and no injuries were reported, according to the police department.

Anyone who has been affected by the storm or flooding is urged to contact the American Red Cross for assistance by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS (733-2767).