Severe Thunderstorms from Texas to the Central Gulf Coast; Heavy Rainfall in Central Texas on Thursday

Severe thunderstorms will continue tonight from Texas to the Central Gulf Coast, with scattered damaging winds and large hail as the main threats. Heavy to excessive rainfall is expected over portions of central Texas Thursday, shifting into eastern Texas into the central Gulf Coast on Friday. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Thu, Apr 30, 2026 at 5:06:34 am CDT

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Another Day of Showers/Storms

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!

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Severe Thunderstorms from Texas to the Central Gulf Coast; Heavy Rainfall in Central Texas on Thursday

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