Texas Weather, Nov. 20 -- The Weather Department on Thursday issued a flash flood and heavy rains warning for parts of Texas, including Dallas, with severe thunderstorms in the Southern Plains.

The National Weather Service (NWS) said that widespread rain may produce flash flooding across the Southern Plains into the Ozarks today and numerous instances of flash flooding are expected in south-central Texas, including the Hill Country.

"As the first wave shifts east, prepare for more storms this afternoon."

The weather department also warned that there will also be a risk of isolated severe thunderstorms across the southern Plains today, where an instance or two of severe wind, hail, or a brief tornado may occur.

"If you are traveling fo...