North Texas Braces for Severe Storms and Potential Flash Flooding

Takeaways:

• A storm system is expected to hit North Texas starting late Wednesday night, with the heaviest rain and thunderstorms occurring on Thursday.

• A flood watch is in effect from Thursday morning until Friday morning for areas south of Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW), with 1.5 to 3 inches of rain expected and potential for isolated higher amounts.

• There is a level two risk for severe storms on Thursday, which could bring damaging wind gusts and large hail, though not all areas will experience severe weather.

• The greatest risk for flash flooding is south of Dallas and Fort Worth, an area that has already seen heavy rainfall in recent weeks.

• The weather is expected to improve by Friday afternoon, with a dry and warm weekend ahead and above-normal temperatures leading up to Memorial Day weekend.

References:

[1] Get ready for the return of storms and heavy rain. Link

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