Jets rookie quarterback Bryce Petty is from Midlothian, Texas.
The Midlothian Police Department was notified by representatives of the US Department of Agriculture, of an impending dam failure on Padera Lake located on West Highway 287 In Midlothian.
As a precaution residents whom might be affected by a large release of water have been contacted by both Midlothian Police Department as well as the Grand Prairie Police Department. Emergency Management Personnel representing the City of Grand Prairie, City of Midlothian and Ellis County are on site monitoring the situation.
Over the last few days, Texas has been victimized by widespread flooding caused by heavy rains, leaving 17 dead and 40 missing or unaccounted for.
