Flooding Reported in Dallas as Cross-Country Storm Produces Torrential Rain, Severe Weather

Millions in the Dallas-Fort Worth area are facing a challenging Thursday morning commute after widespread flooding and severe weather swept through the region overnight. The severe weather threat will shift east later today, impacting additional states.

Key Takeaways:

• Heavy rain is impacting more than 20 states as a powerful storm moves east.
• Severe thunderstorm activity is expected between 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. CT.
• Flood Watches are in effect for 12 million people across 10 states.

Severe Weather in North Texas

The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex was hit with heavy rain and severe storms overnight, leading to Flash Flood Warnings and Severe Thunderstorm Warnings for cities including Dallas, Arlington, and Plano.

Roads across the region remain flooded, with reports of vehicles stranded in high water. Rainfall totals as of early Thursday morning include:

• Grand Prairie – 4.45 inches
• Mesquite Airport – 4.32 inches
• DFW International Airport – 3.91 inches

Storm Moves East: New Severe Weather Threats

This same storm system has already brought snow to the Rockies and beneficial rain to Southern California. Now, as it tracks eastward, areas in the Ark-La-Tex region are on high alert for renewed flooding and severe storms later today.

The TNW Weather Center warns that as the system approaches Louisiana and the northern Gulf Coast, daytime heating will enhance its intensity. Potential threats include:

• Damaging wind gusts
• Large hail
• Possible tornadoes

Severe Weather & Flooding Alerts

The NOAA Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has placed over 17 million people in five states under severe weather alerts for Thursday. A Level 2 out of 5 risk includes portions of Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi, affecting cities such as Houston, Beaumont, Monroe, and Lafayette.

Flooding will also remain a significant concern as heavy rain spreads toward the East Coast and Northeast. The NOAA Weather Prediction Center (WPC) has highlighted a flash flood risk from northeastern Texas to Kentucky, with flood alerts issued in 10 states from Texas to Pennsylvania.

Stay Informed

Residents in flood-prone areas should stay updated on the latest advisories and take precautions. For continuous weather coverage, visit TNWWeather.com or follow TNW Weather on X, Instagram, and Threads for real-time updates.