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Severe Thunderstorms in the Southern Plains; Heavy to Excessive Rainfall in South Central Texas

Widespread rain may produce flash flooding across the Southern Plains into the Ozarks today. Numerous instances of flash flooding are expected in south-central Texas, including the Hill Country. There will also be a risk of isolated severe thunderstorms across the southern Plains today, where an instance or two of severe wind, hail, or a brief tornado may occur. Read More >

April 3rd 2012 Severe Weather Outbreak

DFW Airport Hailstorm

Meteorologists from the Center Weather Service Unit near DFW Airport observed hail to the size of quarters.  However, just 100 yards to the east, baseball hail was falling.  Following the hailstorm, American Airlines cancelled all flights for the remainder of the day to inspect for hail damage.

DFW Airport Hailstorm