Rain Coming to Drought-Stricken Southern U.S.

A storm tracking across the Southern U.S. will bring heavy to excessive rainfall over portions of west-central Texas into tonight then from central Texas through the central Gulf Coast on Friday. The Southeast U.S. will see heavier rain Saturday. While much of this rainfall will be beneficial to the drought, excessive rainfall may bring areas of flash and urban flooding. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Thu, Apr 30, 2026 at 10:30:15 pm CDT

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A Flash Flood Watch is in effect late tonight into early Friday afternoon. An upper level disturbance combined with abundant moisture will create conditions favorable for heavy rainfall with amounts of 1 to 2 inches possible. This will create a threat for flash flooding, particularly in urban areas, low water crossings. Also be very alert if camping near any creeks, streams, or arroyos the next 24 hours. Do not drive over water covered roads where you cannot see the underlying roadway. Turn Around, Don't Drown!

A medium (25%-45%) chance of showers/storms develops this afternoon and evening. Rain chances continue increasing overnight, with a medium (35%-55%) chance for rainfall accumulation of 1.00" or greater by tomorrow afternoon, especially over the southeast Permian Basin into Terrell County. There is the potential for flash flooding in heavier or more persistent storms. Remember when encountering flood waters on the road: turn around, don't drown!

A rainy Friday is in store for a lot of areas across the west Texas and southeast New Mexico. Moderate to heavy rainfall is expected to occur during the early morning through early afternoon hours leading to a localized flash flooding threat. Drive carefully if out and about early this morning through the afternoon! Turn around, don't drown!

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Rain Coming to Drought-Stricken Southern U.S.

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