Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued March 4 at 6:24PM CST until March 4 at 8:30PM CST by NWS Fort Worth TX
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
March 4, 2026 - 4:24pm
Expires:
March 4, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description:
At 624 PM CST, several roads remain closed due to flooding from
heavy rain across the warned area, with most being reported in
northeastern Dallas County. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have
fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are forecast.
The most immediate threat for additional flooding has shifted to
southern Dallas County and far southeastern Tarrant county where
storms producing very heavy rain remain nearly stationary. Expect
additional flooding on roadways to begin shortly with potential
additional road closures.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Emergency management reported.
IMPACT...Flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets, and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low lying areas.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Dallas, Arlington, Garland, Irving, Grand Prairie, Mesquite,
Carrollton, Richardson, Mansfield, Rowlett, Desoto, Cedar Hill,
Wylie, Duncanville, Lancaster, Farmers Branch, Balch Springs,
University Park, Sachse and Addison.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Dallas, TX; Tarrant, TX
Forcast Office:
NWS Fort Worth TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov