 Torrential rains were produced in southeastern Texas , peaking at 15 @.@ 89 inches ( 404 mm ) in Orange . This led to widespread flooding on highways , including portions of Farm Road 518 , Highway 6 , Highway 146 , and U.S. Route 75 . Sea vessels took the brunt of the storm , with many becoming stranded or damaged . Air , rail , and road transportation were significantly interrupted or even shut down . High winds from the storm caused expansive damage to buildings , windows , signs , and roofs . The hurricane resulted in 11 injuries but no human deaths , although approximately 90 cattle drowned . Damage in Brazoria , Galveston , and Harris counties surmounted $ 6 @.@ 685 million . Additionally , impact in other areas increased the total losses to $ 7 million . 
