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Flooding closes Haskell hospital, leaves several roads impassable
By Nick Bradshaw at BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News
· July 16, 2026
· 1 min read
HASKELL, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) Flooding has forced Haskell Memorial Hospital, its clinics and emergency department to close, while high water is covering several roads across Haskell County. FM 2163 between Knox City and Haskell is flooded in several locations. Drivers traveling through the area are ...
Key takeaway FM 2163 between Knox City and Haskell is flooded in several locations.
Why this matters in Abilene News
The closure of Haskell Memorial Hospital due to flooding puts a strain on the local healthcare system, particularly for residents in rural areas who rely on the hospital for emergency services. With several roads impassable, including FM 2163, patients may face significant delays in receiving medical attention, emphasizing the need for alternative routes and emergency response plans. The detour through Munday may add considerable time to commutes, affecting not only patients but also hospital staff and emergency responders. As the situation unfolds, it's crucial to monitor the condition of roads and the hospital's status, as well as the potential impact on other essential services in Haskell County. The community's ability to respond to and recover from this flooding event will be closely watched, especially in terms of supporting those who may be displaced or affected by the closure of critical infrastructure like the hospital.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? HASKELL, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) Flooding has forced Haskell Memorial Hospital, its clinics and emergency department to close, while high water is covering several roads across Haskell County. FM 2163 between Knox City and Haskell is flooded in several locations. Drivers traveling through the area are ...
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