Heavy storms to elevate flood threat across Texas into Tuesday night

Heavy thunderstorms and flooding will pose dangers to residents and travelers across Texas into Tuesday afternoon.

Thunderstorms developed over central Texas late Monday afternoon and continued into Monday night. Flash flooding, damaging winds and large hail were reported throughout the state.

The dangerous thunderstorms will slowly sink southeastward into Tuesday evening.

“A high amount of moisture is expected to be available for these storms to work with, so flash flooding will remain a concern as we progress,” AccuWeather Storm Warning Meteorologist Brian Koochel said.

In addition to flooding downpours, the thunderstorms could produce hail large enough to dent cars and smash windows, as well as damaging wind gusts that can knock out power.

San Antonio, Houston and Laredo, Texas are among the cities that will get drenched by the stormy weather.

Koochel anticipates a general 1 to 3 inches of rain across the region, with up to 6 inches possible depending on where the heaviest storms set up.

Stretches of Interstate 10, I-20 and I-35 could be slower than normal due to reduced visibility in the downpours and pooling of water on the roadways.

Motorists should avoided flooded roadways and find an alternate route if necessary.

A new round of severe weather will threaten part of the central and southern Plains at midweek.

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