Texas and Oklahoma Brace for Potential Floods, Millions Warned
Residents in Texas and Oklahoma are bracing for potential flooding from Thursday night into the weekend, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). Millions are under flood watches as heavy rainfall is expected.
Flood Watch Details
The NWS has issued flood watches for various regions, particularly in north-central Texas. Cities affected include:
- Fort Worth
- Dallas
- Waco
- Denton
The flood watch extends into Oklahoma, impacting major cities such as:
- Oklahoma City
- Tulsa
- Ada
The watch begins at 7 p.m. CT on Thursday for parts of Oklahoma and will also impact several counties, including:
- Caddo
- Canadian
- Carter
- Cleveland
- Comanche
- Cotton
- Garvin
- Grady
- Jefferson
- Johnston
- Love
- Marshall
- McClain
- Murray
- Oklahoma
- Pontotoc
- Pottawatomie
- Stephens
In Texas, the watch begins Thursday night for northern counties, and Friday morning for regions in central and east-central Oklahoma.
Expected Rainfall
The NWS forecasts rainfall totals of 2 to 3 inches, with isolated instances reaching up to 5 inches in certain areas. This heavy rainfall may lead to:
- Flooding in rivers and creeks
- Overflows in low-lying locations
- Flooding in urban environments
- Creeks and streams exceeding their banks
Agency Warnings
Experts from the NWS emphasize that residents should remain vigilant. They advise that anyone living in flood-prone areas prepare for potential flooding and monitor local forecasts closely for updates.
“Even with dry conditions recently, periods of heavy rain could lead to isolated flooding,” warned NWS Fort Worth on social media. Similarly, NWS Tulsa highlighted the likelihood of multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms over the coming days.
Conclusion
As Texas and Oklahoma prepare for potential flooding, it is crucial for residents to stay informed and ready to act. The upcoming rainfall could significantly impact many communities across these states.
