Texas faces widespread flash flooding as heavy rains persist

Heavy downpours have drenched South and Central Texas, dumping up to a foot of rain in some areas and prompting flash‑flood warnings for millions of residents. The National Weather Service warned that “intense rain rates and compounding effects from multiple rounds of storms will result in a dangerous flash flooding threat through Thursday.”

Gov. Greg Abbott declared a disaster for dozens of counties – eventually 59 – and mobilized state resources, including the National Guard. Dozens of high‑water rescues have been carried out by Texas Game Wardens and local officials, especially in Uvalde, Medina, Kerr and the Hill Country. No deaths or injuries have been reported so far.

Forecasters warn that an additional 10‑20 inches of rain could fall across the worst‑hit zones, raising the risk of “catastrophic” flooding. The flood watch covers the U.S. 90 corridor, the Edwards Plateau, the Rio Grande Plains and parts of the San Antonio‑Austin area, affecting more than six million people.

Residents are urged to avoid flooded roads, heed “Turn Around, Don’t Drown” warnings, and stay prepared for possible shelter needs.