Local state of disaster declared for Williamson County

The San Gabriel River roars through Blue Hole Park. Water covers Rock Street up to Second Street in Georgetown.
The San Gabriel River roars through Blue Hole Park. Water covers Rock Street up to Second Street in Georgetown.

Williamson County Judge Steve Snell declared a local state of disaster Saturday, July 5, in response to area flooding. 

According to the county, the declaration is needed to protect the health, safety and welfare of county residents.  

“Areas in western Williamson County and along the South Fork of the San Gabriel River east of Georgetown have been evacuated, particularly mobile home …