Severe Thunderstorms and Heavy Rains in the Southern Plains, Northwest, and Upper Midwest

Heavy to severe thunderstorms may bring areas of excessive rainfall and flooding over parts of the southern Plains through Friday. There is an increased risk of flash flooding in east Texas today. Severe thunderstorms and heavy rain are also possible across parts of the upper Midwest and northwestern states. Read More >

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Severe Thunderstorms and Heavy Rains in the Southern Plains, Northwest, and Upper Midwest

Today, March 22, is World Water Day