Severe Thunderstorms and Flooding Threat in the Central U.S.; Rip Currents Along East Coast Beaches

Widespread thunderstorms will continue across the central and southern Plains today ahead of an approaching cold front. Heavy to excessive rainfall could lead to instances of flash flooding. Flood Watches have been issued. Swells from Hurricane Gabrielle are likely to cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions along the U.S. East Coast over the next couple of days. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Tue, Sep 23, 2025 at 8:42:12 am CDT

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Hazardous Weather Outlook

Tuesday Evening/Night Storms

Cooler With Continuing Storm Chances on Wednesday

Dry and Seasonable Weekend Weather

A cold front will bring scattered showers and storms into the region later this afternoon moving southeast through the evening and overnight through early Wednesday morning. A few strong to severe storms are possible, especially across North Texas. The main hazards will be damaging winds, hail, and locally heavy rain.

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Severe Thunderstorms and Flooding Threat in the Central U.S.; Rip Currents Along East Coast Beaches

NWS Fort Worth/Dallas