Tornado Outbreak Expected Today in the Central U.S. Followed by Multi-Day Heavy Rainfall Event

A tornado outbreak is expected today and tonight from parts of the lower Mississippi Valley into the Mid-South and lower Ohio Valley. Numerous tornadoes, along with multiple long-track EF3+ tornadoes, appear likely. A multi-day, potentially historic heavy rainfall event may produce catastrophic and life-threatening flooding today through Saturday from the Ozarks into the Ohio River Valley. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Wed, Apr 2, 2025 at 8:54:10 pm CDT

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Additional strong to severe storms are expected to develop after midnight, particularly along and north of I-20. Very large hail will likely be the main hazard along with occasional damaging wind gusts. The tornado threat will be low, but an isolated tornado can't be ruled out.

Additional rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected Thursday night and Friday. The main severe threat will be across the northwest Thursday night, with large hail and damaging winds expected to be the primary hazards. Another threat for severe storms will materialize late Friday morning through the afternoon. All hazards will be possible, including large hail, damaging winds, and a few tornadoes.

One last round of thunderstorms will occur Friday night into Saturday morning. Some storms will be severe, and may also produce heavy rains localized flooding. Rain will move off to the east Saturday night.

Multiple rounds of thunderstorms, some strong to severe, are expected through the end of the week. Periodic heavy rain will likely lead to isolated flooding issues, particularly east of I-35 and north of I-20. The greatest flood threat is Friday and Friday night. A Flood Watch is now in effect for portions of eastern North Texas from 1 AM Friday through 6 AM Sunday. 4 to 5 inches of rain are expected within the Flood Watch, with isolated totals up to 8 inches.

With severe weather in the forecast during the overnight hours, make sure you have a method of receiving warnings that can wake you up so you can seek proper shelter. Ensure your phone is charges, Do Not Disturb is off, and your Wireless Emergency Alerts are enabled. Test your weather radio, and know where to go if a warning is issued for your location. Keep a flashlight, a sturdy pair of shoes, and extra clothes ready if needed.