Flash Flood Warning Issued for Northwestern Van Zandt County, Texas

Weather Alerts high NOAA · · 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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this weather alerts alert about?
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.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Northwestern Van Zandt County, Texas. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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