Flash Flood Warning Issued for Northwestern Van Zandt County, Texas
The National Weather Service has issued an immediate Flash Flood Warning for northwestern Van Zandt County until 10:30 PM CST as heavy thunderstorms produce significant rainfall.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has issued a Flash Flood Warning for northwestern Van Zandt County in north central Texas. The alert was triggered at 9:13 PM CST after Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the region.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts northwestern Van Zandt County. Locations that are expected to experience flash flooding include:
- Canton
- Wills Point
- Edgewood
- Fruitvale
- Lake Tawakoni
- Myrtle Springs
- Wise
- Alsa
What You Should Do
Residents are urged to follow the “Turn around, don’t drown” protocol when encountering flooded roads, as most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Use extreme caution at night when it is significantly harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Do not attempt to drive on flooded roads and remain aware of your surroundings at all times.
Expected Conditions
According to the National Weather Service, between 2 and 4 inches of rain have already fallen in the warned area. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 2 inches per hour, with additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches forecast. These conditions are likely to cause flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets, and underpasses, as well as other low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Timeline
The Flash Flood Warning is effective immediately as of 9:13 PM CST and is currently set to expire at 10:30 PM CST on March 4, 2026.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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