# Texas Flood Watch as Heavy Rain Approaches DFW

> Texas prepares for flash floods as heavy rain moves toward Dallas-Fort Worth.
- Title: Texas Flood Watch as Heavy Rain Approaches DFW | Shortify
- Summary: Texas prepares for flash floods as heavy rain moves toward Dallas-Fort Worth. Texas issues flood watch for North and Central Texas as heavy rain threatens…
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- Source: Dallas Express — https://dallasexpress.com/state/texas-flood-watch-issued-as-heavy-rain-moves-toward-dfw
- Author: Dallas Express
- Published: 2026-09-29T21:00:53+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: texas, flood watch, dallas, fort worth, national weather service, flash flooding, interstate 35, texas governor, news, politics
## Texas Flood Alert
Texas issues flood watch for north and central texas.
## Heavy Rain Threat
Tropical moisture from hurricane polo combines with low-pressure system.
## Gov. Abbott Response
Governor greg abbott activates emergency resources and holds severe weather briefing.
## Rainfall Forecast
2 to 5 inches of rain expected across north and central texas.
## Flood Watch Area
Dallas, fort worth, arlington, denton, frisco, and surrounding communities included.
## Emergency Resources
1,900 state responders and 1,500 pieces of equipment ready for flood response.
## Safety Advice
Never drive through floodwaters; monitor local weather and emergency plans.
## Key takeaway

Texas issues flood watch for North and Central Texas as heavy rain threatens flash flooding.