Severe Storms Cause Flash Flooding in Texas with Additional Weather Expected in Southern U.S.

Severe storms brought heavy rainfall to parts of Texas on Sunday night, resulting in widespread flash flooding. Some locations received nearly 6 inches of rain, contributing to the flooding.

Pattison recorded 5 inches, while Sealy received almost 4 inches. Standing water in Schulenburg reached up to 3 feet in some areas.

This stage indicates potential for minor flooding and requires monitoring by local authorities. Flash flooding affected areas including White Rock Creek in Dallas, where emergency personnel prepared for swift water rescues. Power outages impacted nearly 21,000 customers in the region on Sunday due to the severe weather.

Restoration efforts reduced the number of affected customers to under 6,000 by the time of the report. These outages were linked to the storms' high winds and heavy rain. A second round of severe storms is expected to move through the southern United States this week.

The storms follow the weekend's flooding and could bring additional hazards. Forecasters are monitoring the situation for developments. The FOX Forecast Center has issued a Level 1 out of 5 Severe Storm Threat for a corridor from Abilene to Del Rio on Monday.

This threat level indicates a marginal risk for severe weather. Potential impacts include large hail, strong winds, and isolated tornadoes across parts of Texas. Residents in affected areas are advised to stay informed through local weather updates.

The multi-day weather event underscores the importance of preparedness in the region.