Overview
Flood watches and advisories remain in effect across central and eastern Texas as a powerful storm system drenches the region and leads to significant travel disruptions.
Storm System and Weather Forecast
The low-pressure system developing over the southern Plains is being fueled by deep Gulf moisture. According to the National Weather Service, the storm is expected to bring flooding rains to:
- Eastern Texas
- Northern Louisiana
- Southern Arkansas
- Western Mississippi
on Monday, November 24.
Areas of Highest Risk
Some of the most intense rainfall is forecast for the Texas Hill Country, where more than 130 people were killed in July during a devastating flash flood event. While the upcoming rainfall is not expected to reach that level, forecasters warn that river flooding remains possible.
The National Weather Service also cautions that urban and small-stream flooding is expected across parts of north-central Texas, including the Dallas–Fort Worth metro area.
Travel Impact
Flight Disruptions
The storm is already causing substantial delays at major airports:
- Dallas–Fort Worth International Airport (DFW): Departures were halted due to thunderstorms, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
- Dallas Love Field: A ground stop was issued as well, the FAA reported.
Recent Weather Effects
The latest round of storms comes only days after heavy rainfall turned streets across central Texas into fast-moving streams. In the Texas Hill Country, RVs and campsites were evacuated, and authorities around Dallas enacted multiple road closures.
Forecast for the Coming Days
As the system moves north, it is expected to bring persistent rainfall to:
- The lower Great Lakes
- The Ohio Valley
- The Mid-Atlantic region
- Parts of New England
This pattern is forecast to continue through Wednesday, November 26.
