Numerous showers and thunderstorms produced heavy rainfall over the Dallas/Fort Worth area; resulting in flash flooding in Dallas, Tarrant, and southern Denton County. Rainfall rates up to 2 in 30 minutes were measured during the event. Areal flooding continued for several hours after the rain had ended. Two males drowned in swollen creeks; one in the city of Dallas, and the other in the city of Fort Worth. In addition, there was one roof collapse in the city of Dallas due to the heavy rainfall.

Flash Flood in DENTON, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 17:30:00 to 18-AUG-12 19:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: JUSTIN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Highway 114 near the Texas Motor Speedway was flooded under Highway 156. Rainfall totals as high as 2 in 30 minutes were measured during the heavy rain event.

Heavy Rain in MCLENNAN, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 08:30:00 to 18-AUG-12 17:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: WEST
Property damage: 65.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms throughout the day produced rain-slicked roads across the area. According to the Texas Department of Public Service in McLennan County, 13 minor accidents were reported along I-35 in the county. Five people were transported to the hospital with minor injuries.

Flash Flood in DENTON, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 17:41:00 to 18-AUG-12 19:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROANOKE VLY ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Four people were trapped in high water under the railroad bridge near Byron Nelson Blvd and Highway 377 in Roanoke. Rainfall totals as high as 2 in 30 minutes were measured during the heavy rain event.

Flash Flood in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 18:10:00 to 18-AUG-12 19:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: FT WORTH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Several cars were stalled near West Vickery Blvd and Clover Lane in southwest Fort Worth. High water was also reported at Hulen Street and I-30, Hulen St and Camp Bowie Blvd, and Bledsoe and Currie streets. Rainfall totals as high as 2 in 30 minutes were measured during the heavy rain event.

Flash Flood in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 17:30:00 to 18-AUG-12 19:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: KELLER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Flash flooding closed Highway 377 in Keller, approximately 1/4 mile north of Keller Haslet Road.

Heavy Rain in SOMERVELL, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 14:00:00 to 18-AUG-12 14:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: GLEN ROSE
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms throughout the day produced rain-slicked roads across the area. A three-vehicle accident occurred in Glen Rose near the Sonic Drive-In. Three people were sent to the hospital; one in critical condition. The cause of the accident was hydroplaning due to heavy rain at the time.

Lightning in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 14:30:00 to 18-AUG-12 14:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: BENBROOK LAKE
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Lightning struck Rednecks Bait and Tackle in Crowley, setting fire to part of the store. The bolt also struck the owner who was inside the shop at the time. The man was checked on scene and released.

Flood in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 19:30:00 to 18-AUG-12 23:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: BOBWYN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Areal flooding continued for several hours after scattered to numerous thunderstorms producing heavy rainfall produced flash flooding in the cities of Dallas and Irving. Up to 3.5 of rain had fallen over the city; resulting in the flooding of several streets and creeks. During the evening hours, part of the roof at the Urban Inter-Tribal Center of Texas in the Oak Cliff area collapsed under the weight of the heavy rain that had fallen earlier. As the roof collapsed, the windows in the front blew out.

Flash Flood in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 17:00:00 to 18-AUG-12 19:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: IRVING
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 60.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Heavy rainfall flooded Trinity View Park and its parking lot, trapping a few visitors in the park. Several cars were flooded up to the door of the car, and three visitors had to be rescued by the Fire Department.

Thunderstorm Wind in MONTAGUE, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 14:50:00 to 18-AUG-12 14:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: ST JO
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 8.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Medium sized tree limbs, utility lines, and occasional minor roof damage was reported in St. Jo.

Thunderstorm Wind in COOKE, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 15:37:00 to 18-AUG-12 15:37:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROSSTON
Magnitude: 52.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Sixty MPH winds were measured with a hand-held anemometer.

Flash Flood in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 16:39:00 to 18-AUG-12 19:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: MEADERS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 200.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Northwest Highway at Hillcrest Road was closed due to high water. It was also reported that several cars were flooded out in several streets in the northeast portions of Dallas. Rainfall totals as high as 2 in 30 minutes were measured during the heavy rain event.

Flash Flood in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 17:00:00 to 18-AUG-12 19:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: DALLAS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Multiple roads were being closed in Downtown Dallas due to flash flooding. Rainfall totals as high as 2 in 30 minutes were measured during the heavy rain event.

Flash Flood in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 17:12:00 to 18-AUG-12 19:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: DALLAS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 200.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hall Street by Baylor Hospital in Dallas was flooded due to flash flooding. One fire truck and several vehicles parked on the street stalled in this area. Water also inundated the hospital parking garage where about 20 vehicles were damaged by the rising waters. Rainfall totals as high as 2-2.25 in 30 minutes were measured during the heavy rain event.

Flash Flood in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 17:28:00 to 18-AUG-12 19:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: GRIBBLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Numerous high water rescues were reported around the city of Dallas as the roadways filled with water from heavy rainfall. Rainfall totals as high as 2 in 30 minutes were measured during the heavy rain event. It was also reported that the entrance to Dallas Love Field (KDAL) was closed due to high water. A 38-year old male drowned while attempting to fish in White Rock Creek near Samuell Blvd and Interstate 30 in East Dallas. The man was attempting to cross the creek, slipped, and fell into the rapidly flowing creek.

Flash Flood in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 17:09:00 to 18-AUG-12 19:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: KELLER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A creek near Alta Vista Road and Keller Haslet Road in north Fort Worth overflowed its banks. A bridge near the intersection was impassable. Rainfall totals as high as 2 in 30 minutes were measured during the heavy rain event.

Flood in DENTON, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 19:00:00 to 18-AUG-12 23:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: JUSTIN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Areal flooding continued for several hours after scattered to numerous thunderstorms producing heavy rainfall produced flash flooding in southern Denton County. Between 1-3 of rain had fallen over the area; resulting in the flooding of several creeks, underpasses, and streets.

Flood in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 19:00:00 to 18-AUG-12 23:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: WESTLAND
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Areal flooding continued for several hours after scattered to numerous thunderstorms producing heavy rainfall produced flash flooding in Tarrant County. Most of the areal flooding occurred over the northern half of the county. Between 1-4.5 of rain had fallen over the area; resulting in the flooding of several creeks, underpasses, and streets. At about 10:15 pm CDT, a 33-year old man drowned in a swift moving creek near Trammel Davis Road and South Norwood Drive in Fort Worth. The man stepped into the creek to cool off and was swept off his feet.

Thunderstorm Wind in HOOD, TEXAS
From 18-AUG-12 14:05:00 to 18-AUG-12 14:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: ACTON
Magnitude: 43.00 EG
Property damage: 18.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Strong thunderstorm winds knocked down a steel roof and metal rack onto 3 vehicles, damaging the cars.