Texas Regions Under Flood Watch and Severe Thunderstorm Risk

Published: 2026-05-01T07:50:30Z
Category: weather
Source: National Weather Service (NWS)
Original source

Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are forecast for South-Central, Southeast, and West Texas through Friday evening. This weather system poses a risk of flash flooding, especially in urban and low-lying areas, with rainfall totals potentially reaching 2-4 inches and isolated areas seeing over 6 inches. Isolated severe thunderstorms are also possible, bringing hazards such as large hail, damaging winds, and frequent lightning.

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