The Houston Police Department responded to more than 120 stranded motorists on July 4 due to flash flooding that hit the area.
Houston residents were advised to stay off the roads on July 4 after flash flooding hit the area and canceled most Fourth of July festivities, according to the Houston Chronicle.
A flash flood warning was issued across the Houston area on July 4.
This video shows a construction zone that was flooded, as well as cars that were left stranded due to the high water.
A “Freedom Over Texas” event scheduled to take place at Eleanor Tinsley Park as part of the city’s Fourth of July festivities was canceled due to the inclement weather. Mayor Sylvester Turner tweeted that the fireworks celebration would still take place. Credit: Karma Neff via Storyful