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SUV rolls over after hydroplaning south of Eula
By Shelly Womack at BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News
· July 14, 2026
· 1 min read
CALLAHAN COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - An SUV rolled over after hydroplaning on a rain-soaked highway south of Eula, sending one woman to the hospital. According to police, a woman and her 2-year-old daughter were traveling toward Abilene when heavy rain caused their SUV to hydroplane at the inters...
Key takeaway According to police, a woman and her 2-year-old daughter were traveling toward Abilene when heavy rain caused their SUV to hydroplane at the intersection of Highway 36 and FM 604.
Why this matters in Abilene News
The incident on Highway 36 and FM 604 is a stark reminder of the dangers that come with driving on rain-soaked roads in the Abilene area. As the region experiences periodic heavy rainfall, the risk of hydroplaning increases, particularly on highways where speed limits are higher. This accident, which sent a woman to the hospital, could have had more severe consequences, especially considering a 2-year-old was also in the vehicle. The fact that the SUV was traveling toward Abilene suggests that the occupants may have been commuting or traveling for daily activities, highlighting the potential risks that local residents face on a regular basis. As the area's infrastructure continues to evolve, it will be crucial to monitor road conditions and implement measures to mitigate the effects of heavy rain on major thoroughfares like Highway 36.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? CALLAHAN COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - An SUV rolled over after hydroplaning on a rain-soaked highway south of Eula, sending one woman to the hospital. According to police, a woman and her 2-year-old daughter were traveling toward Abilene when heavy rain caused their SUV to hydroplane at the inters...
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