Heavy rain will occur tonight, increasing the threat for flooding. Most likely rain amounts will range between 1-3 inches. There will a localized axis of heavy rain that may produce between 5-7" of rain through the night. If you encounter flooding roads tonight, remember, Turn Around, Don't Drown!
A Flood Watch is in effect tonight through Thursday morning. Heavy rainfall is possible regionwide, with the highest expected amounts and greatest flooding potential within the watch area.
Heavy rain and isolated strong to severe storms are expected this evening through Thursday morning across the region. Heavy rain will result in flash flooding in some areas, especially in North Texas. Additionally, any stronger storms that develop will be capable of producing marginally severe hail and damaging wind gusts. An isolated tornado can't be ruled out, particularly across Central Texas. Ensure you have multiple ways to receive warnings before you head to bed tonight. Additionally, check road conditions for any flooding before driving Thursday morning, and give yourself extra time for your morning commute.
Temperatures will climb to well above normal this weekend through early next week. By Sunday highs will be in the 70s to lower 80s with sunny skies and southerly breezes.
Join us Thursday evening for our Erath County SKYWARN class. The class will be held in Stephenville, TX at 6 PM. The class is free and open to the public. For our class offerings in other counties, visit weather.gov/fwd/skywarnmap.
Watch Episode 3 of our #OnAir video podcast! www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oh9ZwvSuHQo We recap the January snow events, look back at severe weather that occurred on Christmas Eve, and discuss how you can contribute to the success of our radar and warning program by becoming a storm spotter.
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