Two rounds of heavy rainfall affected the North and Central Texas region as an upper level low approached from the west. The first round affected locations east of Interstate 35 resulting in flooding of mainly roads and along creeks and streams. Overnight, a squall line moved through the region producing some instances of damaging wind, but most of the estimated wind speeds were below severe criteria. A large area of rain lingered behind the squall line resulting in more flooding across counties mainly east of Interstate 35. Rainfall totals for the 2 day period along a line from Lamar to Leon counties where most of the flooding occurred was 2-4 inches.

Flood in HENDERSON, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 09:15:00 to 13-DEC-15 11:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CROSS RDS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Flooding of roadways continued for a few hours after several inches of rain fell across the county. Several of these closed roads were likely near low-lying areas and creeks and streams.

Flood in FREESTONE, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 00:00:00 to 13-DEC-15 10:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: DONIE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Flooding was occurring across low-lying areas in the county, and along creeks and streams after several inches of rain fell in a short amount of time. Many roads along the swollen creeks and streams were closed due to flooding. The local TxDOT office reported FM 80 near Streetman between Interstate 45 and FM 833 was closed and remained closed until the 14th.

Flood in ANDERSON, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 00:00:00 to 13-DEC-15 10:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: FRANKSTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Flooding was occurring across low-lying areas in the county, and along creeks and streams after several inches of rain fell in a short amount of time. Many county roads were closed due to the flooding and many of the closed roads were along creeks and streams. Some of the closed county roads included CRs 468, 463, 321, & 2715.

Flood in VAN ZANDT, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 09:15:00 to 13-DEC-15 11:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ALSA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Flooding of roadways continued for a few hours after several inches of rain fell across the county. Several of these closed roads were likely near low-lying areas and creeks and streams.

Flash Flood in LEON, TEXAS
From 12-DEC-15 22:23:00 to 13-DEC-15 00:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROBBINS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

High water was reported over Highway 7, east of Texas Highway 39 near Concord. The flooding possibly was due to Spring Creek flowing out of its banks and over the highway.

Flash Flood in LEON, TEXAS
From 12-DEC-15 21:24:00 to 13-DEC-15 00:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BUFFALO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

High water was reported at US 79 and Texas Highway 75 in Buffalo. Water was also reported over Texas Highway 164 at Interstate 45 north of Buffalo. Additional flooding was also reported in the town of Buffalo; in particular the parking lot of the Community National Bank was covered in water with the water extending up to the doors of the building.

Thunderstorm Wind in GRAYSON, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 03:00:00 to 13-DEC-15 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SHERMAN
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Entire roof of metal building removed from structure. Also, trees were knocked over onto 2 vehicles.

Flash Flood in HUNT, TEXAS
From 12-DEC-15 17:00:00 to 12-DEC-15 20:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: COMMERCE MUNI ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Heavy rain resulted in flooding of roads in Commerce. Some high water rescues were needed for motorists stuck in the water.

Flash Flood in HOPKINS, TEXAS
From 12-DEC-15 18:00:00 to 12-DEC-15 20:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: PEERLESS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Water was over FM 71 in the Peerless area.

Flood in HUNT, TEXAS
From 12-DEC-15 20:00:00 to 12-DEC-15 22:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: MUDDIG
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Flooding of roadways near low-lying areas and creeks and streams continued for a few hours after several inches of rain fell across mainly the eastern half of the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 03:00:00 to 13-DEC-15 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: (RBD)REDBIRD ARPT DA
Magnitude: 43.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Thunderstorm wind damage occurred near Larimore Ln and Barstow Rd in southwest Dallas. Some tree damage, downed fences and blown off shingles were reported along an approximate 3 block path.

Thunderstorm Wind in ROCKWALL, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 03:35:00 to 13-DEC-15 03:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROCKWELL MUNI ARPT
Magnitude: 54.00 MG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

The automated weather station at Rockwall Municipal Airport reported a 54 kt wind gust. In the area, damage to fences and carports was reported.

Thunderstorm Wind in HENDERSON, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 04:30:00 to 13-DEC-15 04:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: ATHENS
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The roof of a metal building used as a storage shed for vehicles and possibly a workshop was partially torn off along W Tyler Street in Athens. The exact location of the building could not be determined. Another metal roof of a building was also partially torn off in the western portions of Athens.

Thunderstorm Wind in VAN ZANDT, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 05:00:00 to 13-DEC-15 05:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BEN WHEELER
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A metal barn and carport that were attached to a house in the Ben Wheeler area were destroyed by thunderstorm winds. The roof of the house where the carport was attached was partially lifted and damaged.

Flash Flood in VAN ZANDT, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 07:30:00 to 13-DEC-15 09:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: COLFAX
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement reported a county road near FM 16 near Colfax was washed out.

Flash Flood in VAN ZANDT, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 05:00:00 to 13-DEC-15 09:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: ALSA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Many county roads were closed due to flooding. Many of the closed roads were near creeks and streams.

Flash Flood in HENDERSON, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 05:00:00 to 13-DEC-15 09:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: CROSS RDS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Many county roads were closed due to flooding. Many of the closed roads were near creeks and streams.

Flash Flood in LEON, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 05:50:00 to 13-DEC-15 08:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: NEWBY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Several roads were closed across the county due to flooding.

Thunderstorm Wind in HILL, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 02:15:00 to 13-DEC-15 02:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: ITASCA
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 12.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The roof and sides of a large metal barn used as a storage shed and workshop were torn off in the Itasca area. The beams of barn were made of wood.

Thunderstorm Wind in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 02:08:00 to 13-DEC-15 02:08:00 (CST-6)
Location: DALLAS-FT WORTH INTL
Magnitude: 52.00 MG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

Thunderstorm Wind in MCLENNAN, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 02:15:00 to 13-DEC-15 02:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: WOODWAY
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 12.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

The metal paneling roof and sides of a large metal barn used as a storage shed and workshop were torn off along Loop 340 on the southwest side of Waco. The beams of the barn were made of metal and still standing. A brick facade was also knocked down.

Thunderstorm Wind in CORYELL, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 02:15:00 to 13-DEC-15 02:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: SOUTH MTN
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 0.50K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

The sheriff's office reported trees had fallen on CR 274, blocking the road and requiring removal.

Flood in LEON, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 08:00:00 to 14-DEC-15 19:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: NEWBY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Flooding continued across Leon County after another round of heavy rain produced several more inches of rain across the county. Some flooding was still ongoing from the first round of heavy rain the night before and was exacerbated by this second round of heavy rain. Several roads were closed across the county including the access roads along Interstate 45 in some locations. Some roads were washed out including a large portion of CR 393 northeast of Concord as reported on social media. Significant flooding along creeks and streams occurred. Pictures of flooding along Bliss Creek southeast of Buffalo and Brushy Creek near Marquez were shared on social media. Brushy Creek near Marquez was flowing over CR 429 forcing the closure of the road. Bliss Creek was flooding CR 212 and some vehicles were stuck in the high waters. The local TxDOT office also reported FM 1848 at Buffalo Creek (north of Buffalo) was closed on the 13th and hopefully would reopen on the 14th.

Flash Flood in LEON, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 05:00:00 to 13-DEC-15 08:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: FLYNN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

County Road 436 was washed out at Highway 39 north of Flynn.

Flash Flood in LEON, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 05:06:00 to 13-DEC-15 08:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CENTERVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

An amateur radio operator located 2 miles east of Centerville reported his private road was washed out by heavy rainfall.

Flood in LEON, TEXAS
From 13-DEC-15 00:00:00 to 13-DEC-15 05:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: NEWBY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Flooding continued in Buffalo, across low-lying areas in the county, and along creeks and streams after several inches of rain fell in a short amount of time.