Southern Texas faces flash flooding after heavy rainfall

Heavy rainfall and a slow-moving storm system have triggered flash flooding threats across southern Texas. An upper-level low pressure system interacting with moisture from the Gulf has caused widespread showers and thunderstorms, particularly affecting the western Hill Country, the southern Edwards Plateau, and the Concho Valley.

Rainfall totals have exceeded 3 inches in several areas, with some locations near Kingsville reporting between 5 and 10 inches. The region between Rocksprings, Junction, and Menard has seen averages between 3.5 and 5 inches. While most areas east of Interstate 35 have received less than half an inch, the Weather Prediction Center has issued a Slight Risk of excessive rainfall for southeastern Texas.

Additional rounds of showers are expected to continue through Monday evening, with the highest additional totals possible in the Edwards Plateau and western Hill Country. Officials are calling for increased emergency response resources as rising waterways and flooded roads continue to pose risks.