Flash Flood Warning Issued for Southeastern Dallas County Through 11:00 PM CST

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has issued a Flash Flood Warning for southeastern Dallas County in north central Texas. The alert was issued at 8:11 PM CST following radar indications of heavy rainfall from ongoing thunderstorms.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers southeastern Dallas County. Locations expected to experience flash flooding include:

• Dallas
• Mesquite
• Desoto
• Cedar Hill
• Lancaster
• Balch Springs
• Seagoville
• Glenn Heights
• Hutchins
• Wilmer
• Ovilla
• Ferris
• Combine
• Sand Branch

What You Should Do

Residents and motorists are urged to follow the safety mantra: “Turn around, don’t drown” when encountering flooded roads. Most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious 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.

Expected Conditions

Doppler radar indicates that between 2 and 3 inches of rain have already fallen in the warned area. The expected rainfall rate is currently 2 to 3 inches per hour. Forecasters anticipate additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches. These conditions are causing or are expected to cause immediate flash flooding of small creeks, streams, urban areas, highways, streets, and underpasses, as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.

Timeline

The Flash Flood Warning is effective immediately as of 8:11 PM CST and is scheduled to remain in effect until 11:00 PM CST on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.