Central Texas Braces for Heavy Rain, Flooding

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Central Texas is preparing for heavy rain and potential flooding, with significant rainfall expected and warnings issued by the National Weather Service.

Central Texas braces for heavy rain, with potential totals reaching three inches. The National Weather Service warns of a level two risk for excessive rainfall on Friday, with a fifteen percent chance of major downpours. April has already seen over four inches of rain, making it one of the wettest in recent years. Flooding is a significant concern, especially in Flash Flood Alley. Scattered showers are expected Thursday, building to heavier storms by afternoon. Rain peaks overnight with an eighty percent chance, dropping temperatures to the low fifties by Saturday. By Saturday, high pressure clears things out, bringing drier air and sunshine. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d9c9c6100cd2466d

Topics covered

• weather
• flooding
• Central Texas
• rain
• National Weather Service
• April weather

Keywords

• heavy rain
• flooding
• Central Texas
• National Weather Service
• weather warning
• April rain
• Flash Flood Alley

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Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: National Weather Service

Places: Central Texas, Flash Flood Alley

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