A flood watch is in effect for parts of southern Central Texas until 9 p.m. Friday due to heavy rain, with potential flash flooding in low-lying areas.
CENTRAL, Texas — Stay alert Central Texans: A Flood Watch is in effect until 9 p.m. Friday for most of our southern counties, including Lampasas, Bell, Milam, Robertson, Brazos and Burleson, as periods of heavy rain are expected to move through the region throughout the day.
Friday Flood Chances
We are calling Friday a Weather Impact Alert day, with widespread rainfall anticipated across the entire region. A steady, soaking rain with embedded heavier bands could lead to localized flooding, particularly in low-lying areas and locations with poor drainage. Creeks and streams may rise quickly if heavier rain persists over the same locations.
Residents in the impacted areas can expect 2 to 3 inches of rain, with isolated higher amounts possible up to 4 inches.
Flash flooding will be possible, with coverage emphasized across the southern counties. We ask that all residents in those regions monitor our updated forecasts throughout the day and remember: Turn Around, Don’t Drown.
For residents impacted by a flood event, safety tips and resources can be found here.
Future Outlook
The wet weather is not expected to last long. Shower and storm activity is forecast to exit the region before Saturday afternoon, with mostly sunny skies returning in time for the start of next week.