Flash Flood — Terrell, Texas

2017-04-13 · near Sanderson, Terrell, Texas

Event narrative

Heavy rain fell across Terrell County and produced flash flooding fifteen miles south of Sheffield. Oxy USA Inc. Gas Plant said many side roads and low water crossings were inundated with over six inches of water.

Wider weather episode

A southern stream trough approached the region from the west. Increasing low level moisture, strong upper level lift, instability, and wind shear ahead of the trough supported the development of thunderstorms with large hail across West Texas. The high moisture content of the atmosphere and slow storm motion resulted in heavy rain and flash flooding.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 681471. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.