Severe Flood Threat Targets Texas and Gulf Coast Regions
• A prolonged period of heavy rainfall is expected to impact millions across Texas, the Gulf Coast, and parts of the South through Friday, July 17,
• The most significant flood risks are concentrated in Texas' Big Bend and Hill Country regions, where storms are forecasted to repeatedly track over the same areas. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Weather Prediction Center has issued a Level 2 out of 4 flash flood risk for areas stretching from Western North Carolina to Texas' Big Bend. By midweek, rainfall totals in West and Southwest Texas, including Hill Country, are expected to reach 5 to 8 inches. This weather pattern is driven by a cold front colliding with warm, humid air from the Gulf of Mexico, creating conditions for persistent thunderstorms.
Impact & Risks
The heavy rainfall poses a significant risk of flash flooding, particularly in Texas' Big Bend and Hill Country regions. Vulnerable areas along the Guadalupe River, which experienced deadly flooding last year, are at heightened risk. A Level 3 flash flood risk has been issued for parts of the Big Bend area, west and north of San Antonio. Other affected areas include Austin, San Antonio, Houston, and parts of the Dallas metroplex. The flood threat extends to the Southeast, including cities like Atlanta, Birmingham, Mobile, and New Orleans. Residents in these areas should remain vigilant as localized flooding could disrupt travel and damage property.
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