The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has issued a series of alerts for North Texas, as a mixture of heavy rain and thunderstorms raises the specter of flooding across the region. Dallasites are advised to brace for a wet start to the week with a 100% chance of precipitation today, possibly leading to significant rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch, according to the National Weather Service.
A Flood Watch remains in effect through this afternoon for parts of North Texas, including Dallas County, with concerns of excessive runoff leading to rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations being impacted. Urban areas with poor drainage may also experience flooding. The forecast predicts rainfall totals in the region of 1 to 3 inches, and isolated pockets could see higher amounts up to 4 inches, per the National Weather Service.
Adding to the flood concerns, a Flood Warning has been issued for the Trinity River at Dallas from this evening to early Wednesday morning. Minor flooding is forecasted to affect the area, with a potential river crest at 33.1 feet later tonight before receding. Officials warn that bike trails along the river and parking lots, such as those of Trammel Crow Park, could become submerged.
Concurrently, a Flood Advisory is also in effect, cautioning against urban and small stream flooding due to thunderstorms. The warning pertains to a portion of north central Texas, including Dallas County, until 9 AM CST. Residents are urged not to drive through flooded areas and to stay vigilant for rising waters. The NWS advisory indicates that heavy rain from thunderstorms "will likely cause urban and small stream flooding," with the possibility of an additional 1.5 inches of rain.
