For several days, a stalled cold front, combined with abundant moisture from the Gulf of Mexico combined to produce widespread rain and thunderstorms in Texas. Several rounds of strong to severe thunderstorms occurred during a four day period, producing flash flooding, and numerous reports of large hail. Tornadoes affected areas in central Texas, from near Lampasas to a deadly tornado in Milam County.

Flash Flood in ELLIS, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 03:11:00 to 24-MAY-15 09:11:00 (CST-6)
Location: SERVICE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported that many roads were closed across the county due to high water.

Flash Flood in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 03:24:00 to 24-MAY-15 07:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: ARLINGTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Broadcast media reported that Abrams Road and a nearby shopping center in Arlington, TX were flooded.

Flash Flood in JOHNSON, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 04:30:00 to 24-MAY-15 08:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: VENUS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported that multiple high water rescues were ongoing.

Flash Flood in JOHNSON, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 04:40:00 to 24-MAY-15 08:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: VENUS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Johnson County Emergency Management indicated that road closures included FM 916, FM 157, CR 505, CR 1205 and CR 1019 due to high water.

Flash Flood in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 20:37:00 to 26-MAY-15 23:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: GRAND PRAIRIE ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A public report stated that water was up to the headlights of cars near the intersection of Hwy 360 and Mayfield Rd.

Flash Flood in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 20:10:00 to 26-MAY-15 23:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: GRAND PRAIRIE ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

The Grand Prairie Fire Department reported that approximately 2.5 feet of water covered the area near the intersection of Hwy 360 and Claremont Dr.

Flash Flood in DENTON, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 02:36:00 to 24-MAY-15 08:36:00 (CST-6)
Location: LEWISVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported temporary road closures on Corporate, Old Orchard and South Valley Roads due to high water and stalled cars.

Flash Flood in DENTON, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 03:01:00 to 24-MAY-15 08:01:00 (CST-6)
Location: LEWISVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported that the Frontage Road of Interstate 35 East, South of Valley Ridge, was being shut down due to high water.

Flash Flood in GRAYSON, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 03:09:00 to 24-MAY-15 08:09:00 (CST-6)
Location: GUNTER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported water over State Highway 289 in Gunter, TX.

Flash Flood in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 03:09:00 to 24-MAY-15 08:09:00 (CST-6)
Location: ARLINGTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Arlington Police reported a swift water rescue at the 1300 block of Abram Street in Arlington, TX.

Flash Flood in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 02:18:00 to 24-MAY-15 08:18:00 (CST-6)
Location: SOWERS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A social media report indicated that cars were trapped in high water on North Belt Line Road in Irving, TX.

Flash Flood in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 20:30:00 to 26-MAY-15 23:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: LIGGETT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

The Grand Prairie Fire Department reported that Hwy 360 was closed at Riverside, Carrier and Pioneer Dr due to high water.

Flash Flood in ELLIS, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 22:29:00 to 27-MAY-15 05:29:00 (CST-6)
Location: RED OAK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported that low water crossings were flooded in and near the town of Red Oak, TX.

Heavy Rain in ROCKWALL, TEXAS
From 23-MAY-15 17:30:00 to 23-MAY-15 17:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROCKWELL MUNI ARPT
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

A westbound 18-wheeler on Interstate 30 near Horizon Road crossed a concrete divider into the eastbound lanes and crashed. The driver was killed, and two other people involved in the accident were taken to area hospitals with non-life threatening injuries.

Flash Flood in PALO PINTO, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 18:50:00 to 26-MAY-15 23:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: STRAWN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported that FM 16, approximately 3 miles north of Gordon, TX, was closed due to high water.

Flash Flood in PALO PINTO, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 18:50:00 to 26-MAY-15 23:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: LAKE PALO PINTO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported that FM 4 between Santo and Palo Pinto was closed due to high water and a mud slide.

Flash Flood in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 04:45:00 to 24-MAY-15 08:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: FLORENCE HILL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Broadcast media reported high water in both directions on Interstate 20 at Carrier Parkway in Grand Prairie, TX.

Flash Flood in DENTON, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 07:24:00 to 24-MAY-15 10:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: LEWISVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported ongoing street closures due to flooding in Lewisville, TX.

Heavy Rain in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 23-MAY-15 12:00:00 to 23-MAY-15 12:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: RICHLAND HILLS
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A vehicle hydroplaned, crashed through a guard rail and down an overpass, killing the 3 occupants inside. The accident happened near the Loop 820 and Highway 121 interchange.

Thunderstorm Wind in LIMESTONE, TEXAS
From 27-MAY-15 00:17:00 to 27-MAY-15 00:17:00 (CST-6)
Location: GROESBECK
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A public report indicated 60 MPH winds estimated in the town of Groesbeck, TX.

Flash Flood in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 02:03:00 to 24-MAY-15 08:03:00 (CST-6)
Location: MANSFIELD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.50K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Flooding was reported at Walnut Creek Country Club in Mansfield.

Flash Flood in COOKE, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 14:55:00 to 25-MAY-15 17:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: WINDSOR
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Swift water rescues were ongoing in the east-central part of the county around Lake June.

Flash Flood in KAUFMAN, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 16:00:00 to 25-MAY-15 18:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: HIRAM
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Flooding at CR 120 and Hickory Tree Lane, approximately 1 mile south of Hiram.

Thunderstorm Wind in BELL, TEXAS
From 23-MAY-15 14:55:00 to 23-MAY-15 14:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: TEMPLE
Magnitude: 55.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

The AWOS in Temple measured a wind gust to 63 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in HOPKINS, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 15:52:00 to 25-MAY-15 15:52:00 (CST-6)
Location: SULPHUR SPGS
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 325.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio operators estimated winds between 60 and 70 mph in Sulphur Springs. Several trees were blown over, and numerous carports were damaged. Additionally, the Sulphur Springs airport had several airplanes moved or damaged as a result of the storm.

Flash Flood in ELLIS, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 14:50:00 to 25-MAY-15 17:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: INDIA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Flash Flooding was occurring in the county.

Flash Flood in LIMESTONE, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 15:50:00 to 25-MAY-15 17:56:00 (CST-6)
Location: ECHOLS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Flooding was reported around the Lake Mexia area.

Flood in ELLIS, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 17:51:00 to 25-MAY-15 19:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: CRISP
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Flooding continued in the Palmer area for a few hours until the waters receded.

Flash Flood in MILAM, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 17:30:00 to 25-MAY-15 18:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: MILANO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Highway 79 in Milano is impassable due to flood waters.

Thunderstorm Wind in PALO PINTO, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 18:10:00 to 26-MAY-15 18:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: GORDON
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trained spotters reported winds estimated at 70 mph. Numerous tree limbs were blown down, and a few trees were uprooted.

Thunderstorm Wind in ELLIS, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 21:07:00 to 26-MAY-15 21:07:00 (CST-6)
Location: WAXAHACHIE
Magnitude: 58.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter estimated winds up to 67 mph, approximately three miles north of Waxahachie.

Thunderstorm Wind in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 20:30:00 to 26-MAY-15 20:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: DUNCANVILLE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A few reports of 60 mph winds were called into the National Weather Service office. Damage in Duncanville was limited to a few tree limbs.

Flash Flood in FALLS, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 15:40:00 to 25-MAY-15 18:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: MC CLANAHAN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Main roads are not flooding but county roads are flooding.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 20:12:00 to 26-MAY-15 20:12:00 (CST-6)
Location: ARLINGTON
Magnitude: 60.00 MG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

The ASOS in Arlington measured a wind gust to 69 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 14:21:00 to 25-MAY-15 14:21:00 (CST-6)
Location: DUNCANVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trained spotters reported wind gusts to near 60 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in KAUFMAN, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 15:15:00 to 25-MAY-15 15:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: TERRELL
Magnitude: 52.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

The ASOS in Terrell measured a wind gust of 60 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in MILAM, TEXAS
From 23-MAY-15 21:40:00 to 23-MAY-15 21:42:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROCKDALE
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Milam County emergency manager reported a mobile home was moved off the foundation piers on Green Street in Rockdale. Several trees were blown down, as were power lines.  One Rockdale resident had a large tree fall through her home and she received minor head wounds.

Tornado in PALO PINTO, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 17:06:00 to 26-MAY-15 17:08:00 (CST-6)
Location: METCALF GAP
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio operators observed a tornado near Metcalf Gap. This tornado did little damage, except to trees and ranch land.

Hail in YOUNG, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 15:49:00 to 26-MAY-15 15:53:00 (CST-6)
Location: ELIASVILLE
Magnitude: 1.50 
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 4.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trained spotters reported ping pong ball sized hail approximately two miles northwest of Eliasville.

Thunderstorm Wind in BOSQUE, TEXAS
From 23-MAY-15 16:00:00 to 23-MAY-15 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: LAKESIDE VLG
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported damage to a marina in the Lakeside Village area of Lake Whitney. Winds were estimated at 50 to 60 MPH.

Heavy Rain in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 15:00:00 to 24-MAY-15 23:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: DESOTO
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

A DeSoto teenager and his dog were found dead Monday Morning in a storm drain. He was last seen Sunday afternoon.

Thunderstorm Wind in ELLIS, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 01:25:00 to 24-MAY-15 01:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: OVILLA
Magnitude: 43.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported debris and power poles in the road on FM 664 near South Westmoreland in Ovilla, TX.

Tornado in PALO PINTO, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 17:29:00 to 26-MAY-15 17:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: GORDON
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio operators observed a brief tornado approximately 3 miles northeast of Gordon. The tornado produced minimal damage to ranch land.

Tornado in PALO PINTO, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 16:40:00 to 26-MAY-15 16:42:00 (CST-6)
Location: BRAD
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio operators observed a tornado near the community of Brad. The tornado was brief, only producing damage for approximately two minutes over ranch land.

Tornado in LAMPASAS, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 12:41:00 to 25-MAY-15 12:42:00 (CST-6)
Location: RUMLEY
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 35.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service damage survey team found evidence of brief tornado approximately four miles northeast of the city of Lampasas. The tornado damage several trees, and removed a large part of a roof of the only house the tornado impacted.

Thunderstorm Wind in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 01:30:00 to 24-MAY-15 01:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: FLORENCE HILL
Magnitude: 43.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported a tree down and structure damage to a car wash near the intersection of Polo Road and Robinson Road in Grand Prairie, TX.

Flood in HILL, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 06:00:00 to 24-MAY-15 08:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: COVINGTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Hill County Sheriff's Department reported that the 200 block of County Road 1418 near Covington, TX was partially washed out.

Thunderstorm Wind in HAMILTON, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 13:11:00 to 25-MAY-15 13:11:00 (CST-6)
Location: WHITEWAY
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Hamilton County Sheriff's Department reported 2 houses and 2 outhouses with major damage near the intersection of FM 932 and CR 432.

Tornado in CORYELL, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 13:06:00 to 25-MAY-15 13:14:00 (CST-6)
Location: TOPSEY
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 90.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service damage survey team found evidence of a nearly six mile tornado path across much of Coryell County and an extremely small part of Fort Hood. The tornado began near Farm to Market Road 580 where it crosses Table Rock Creek. From there, the tornado moved north, and eventually northeast before it dissipated just east of Farm to Market Road 116 near Shell Mountain Road. There were six homes which suffered damage, including one which had the roofing material removed. The most extensive damage was done to an historic cemetery, where all but one tree was damaged, uprooted, or both.

Tornado in FANNIN, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 14:41:00 to 25-MAY-15 14:43:00 (CST-6)
Location: DUPLEX
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 65.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service damage survey team found evidence of an EF-0 tornado across portions of northern Fannin County. The tornado began near the Duplex community, where it damaged several trees and a roof on a church. The tornado then moved northeast, damaging two homes, and uprooting several trees along Fannin County roads.

Tornado in FREESTONE, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 14:55:00 to 25-MAY-15 14:56:00 (CST-6)
Location: KIRVIN
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 5.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trained spotters observed a brief tornado near Kirvin. The spotters reported the tornado was producing damage for less than two minutes, as it moved across open farmland.

Thunderstorm Wind in WISE, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 13:07:00 to 25-MAY-15 13:07:00 (CST-6)
Location: PARADISE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A report via social media indicated trees and power lines down off County Road 3341 in Paradise, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in YOUNG, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 11:58:00 to 25-MAY-15 11:58:00 (CST-6)
Location: LOVING
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Fire and Rescue reported trees and power lines down in Loving, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in LIMESTONE, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 14:03:00 to 25-MAY-15 14:03:00 (CST-6)
Location: THORNTON
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported tree damage blocking roads in Thornton, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in VAN ZANDT, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 15:24:00 to 25-MAY-15 15:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: WILLS PT
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported that one apartment building had its roof blown off, and numerous trees were blown down, mainly on HWY 64.

Flood in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 01:44:00 to 28-MAY-15 01:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: (DFW)DALLAS-FT WORTH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 36.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Flooding across Dallas County persisted from Sunday the 24th, until the early morning hours of Thursday, May 28th. In Dallas, Loop 12, underneath the Interstate 30 overpass was closed for several days thanks to flood waters. Other areas in the county sustained an extended period of flooding, from Duck Creek in Garland, to the Trinity River in Dallas, which submerged parts of several city streets for nearly a week.

Hail in YOUNG, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 14:52:00 to 26-MAY-15 14:52:00 (CST-6)
Location: NEWCASTLE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Flash Flood in STEPHENS, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 22:07:00 to 27-MAY-15 00:07:00 (CST-6)
Location: CADDO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

The Stephens County Sheriff's Department reported that several FM roads were closed near the town of Caddo, TX due to high water.

Flash Flood in STEPHENS, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 17:15:00 to 27-MAY-15 19:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: IVAN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

The Stephens County Sheriff's Department reported lots of flooding around Possum Kingdom Lake.

Thunderstorm Wind in JOHNSON, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 14:23:00 to 25-MAY-15 14:23:00 (CST-6)
Location: KEENE
Magnitude: 43.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported that County Road 807 was closed due to downed trees.

Hail in MCLENNAN, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 14:24:00 to 25-MAY-15 14:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: HEWITT
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported quarter-sized hail near the intersection of Spring Valley Dr and Bagby Ave in Hewitt, TX.

Flood in ELLIS, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 17:46:00 to 25-MAY-15 19:46:00 (CST-6)
Location: PALMER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Ellis County Sheriff's Department reported that 3 roads remained closed in Palmer, TX due to flooding.

Hail in COMANCHE, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 20:58:00 to 26-MAY-15 20:58:00 (CST-6)
Location: DOWNING
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio operators reported golf ball sized hail between Comanche and DeLeon, on State Highway 16.

Hail in STEPHENS, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 17:35:00 to 26-MAY-15 17:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: LA CASA
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Golf ball sized hail was reported, approximately 10 miles southeast of Caddo.

Hail in STEPHENS, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 16:32:00 to 26-MAY-15 16:32:00 (CST-6)
Location: IVAN
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Hail in GRAYSON, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 14:19:00 to 25-MAY-15 14:19:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOWE
Magnitude: 0.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Hail in EASTLAND, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 18:40:00 to 26-MAY-15 18:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: MORTON VLY
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Thunderstorm Wind in FANNIN, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 15:30:00 to 25-MAY-15 15:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: BONHAM
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Fannin County Sheriff's Department reported roof damage and trees down in Bonham, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in KAUFMAN, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 15:30:00 to 25-MAY-15 15:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: TERRELL
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Kaufman County Sheriff's Department reported roof damage in Terrell, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in LIMESTONE, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 16:04:00 to 25-MAY-15 16:04:00 (CST-6)
Location: KOSSE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported large trees down across FM 339 and water over the road.

Hail in GRAYSON, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 14:20:00 to 25-MAY-15 14:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: VAN ALSTYNE
Magnitude: 0.88 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Hail in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 20:25:00 to 26-MAY-15 20:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: ARLINGTON MUNI ARPT
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in YOUNG, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 15:05:00 to 26-MAY-15 15:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: OLNEY MUNI ARPT
Magnitude: 2.00 
Property damage: 60.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Two inch diameter hail was reported near the Graham Airport.

Flash Flood in KAUFMAN, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 15:35:00 to 25-MAY-15 18:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: TERRELL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Terrell Fire and Rescue reported a high water rescue on Hwy 34 in Terrell, TX.

Flash Flood in KAUFMAN, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 16:00:00 to 25-MAY-15 18:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: TERRELL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Kaufman County Sheriff's Department reported a water rescue on Alamo Street in Terrell, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in LIMESTONE, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 15:50:00 to 25-MAY-15 15:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: SHILOH
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported minor structural damage near the intersection of LCR 433 and LCR 439.

Thunderstorm Wind in ANDERSON, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 17:24:00 to 25-MAY-15 17:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: ELMTOWN
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A public report of large trees down on Hwy 79 was received approximately 1 mile east-northeast of Neches, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in LAMPASAS, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 12:45:00 to 25-MAY-15 12:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: KEMPNER
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported roof damage to 5 houses, power poles snapped and numerous trees down in Kempner, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in HOPKINS, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 15:45:00 to 25-MAY-15 15:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: SULPHUR SPGS MUNI AR
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A social media report indicated damage to a gas station awning near the Hospital in Sulphur Springs, TX.

Hail in ERATH, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 20:06:00 to 26-MAY-15 20:06:00 (CST-6)
Location: (SEP)CLARK FLD STEPH
Magnitude: 0.88 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in ERATH, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 20:10:00 to 26-MAY-15 20:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: STEPHENVILLE
Magnitude: 0.88 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Hail in ERATH, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 20:38:00 to 26-MAY-15 20:38:00 (CST-6)
Location: (SEP)CLARK FLD STEPH
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trained spotters reported golf ball sized hail approximately four miles east of Stephenville, along Lower Granbury road.

Hail in PALO PINTO, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 17:28:00 to 26-MAY-15 17:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: LAKE PALO PINTO
Magnitude: 2.50 
Property damage: 40.00K
Crop damage: 20.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trained spotters observed two and one half inch diameter hail east of Lake Palo Pinto.

Tornado in GRAYSON, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 13:25:00 to 25-MAY-15 13:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: ELLSWORTH
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trained spotters observed a tornado on the east side of the city of Sherman. This tornado initially moved east, before moving in a due northerly direction. The damage was mainly over open construction areas, and produced minimal damage.

Flash Flood in KAUFMAN, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 16:00:00 to 25-MAY-15 18:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: COMBINE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Kaufman County Sheriff's Department reported that Rustic Oaks Road was washed out.

Flash Flood in KAUFMAN, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 16:01:00 to 25-MAY-15 18:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: TERRELL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Broadcast media reported that multiple roads were impassible in Terrell, TX due to high water.

Flash Flood in ELLIS, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 15:46:00 to 25-MAY-15 17:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: SARDIS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Water was reported up to car tires in Waxahachie.

Flash Flood in FANNIN, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 16:00:00 to 25-MAY-15 18:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: MULBERRY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Fannin County Sheriff's Department reported that CR 2225 was washed out, and CR 1100, CR 1105 and CR 2110 were closed due to high water.

Thunderstorm Wind in HOPKINS, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 15:47:00 to 25-MAY-15 15:47:00 (CST-6)
Location: RIDGEWAY
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A social media report indicated large trees blown down on FM 2653 near Ridgeway, TX.

Hail in STEPHENS, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 17:20:00 to 26-MAY-15 17:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: LA CASA
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in BOSQUE, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 14:04:00 to 25-MAY-15 14:04:00 (CST-6)
Location: MOSHIEM
Magnitude: 0.88 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Thunderstorm Wind in KAUFMAN, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 15:10:00 to 25-MAY-15 15:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROSSER
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Broadcast media reported trees and power lines down in the town of Rosser, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in HOPKINS, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 18:20:00 to 25-MAY-15 18:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: SULPHUR SPGS MUNI AR
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A social media report indicated that airplanes were displaced at Sulphur Springs Municipal Airport.

Thunderstorm Wind in STEPHENS, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 16:25:00 to 26-MAY-15 16:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: CADDO
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported that large trees were blown down on Park Road 33.

Thunderstorm Wind in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 20:05:00 to 26-MAY-15 20:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: GRAND PRAIRIE ARPT
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Grand Prairie Fire Department reported that 4 hangers and a metal gate were damaged at Grand Prairie Municipal Airport.

Hail in PALO PINTO, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 16:49:00 to 26-MAY-15 16:49:00 (CST-6)
Location: STRAWN
Magnitude: 0.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Thunderstorm Wind in ELLIS, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 21:13:00 to 26-MAY-15 21:13:00 (CST-6)
Location: MIDLOTHIAN
Magnitude: 63.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

The AWOS in Midlothian measured a wind gust to 72 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in ELLIS, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 20:56:00 to 26-MAY-15 20:56:00 (CST-6)
Location: MIDLOTHIAN
Magnitude: 59.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

The AWOS in Midlothian measured a wind gust to 69 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in ERATH, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 20:07:00 to 26-MAY-15 20:07:00 (CST-6)
Location: STEPHENVILLE
Magnitude: 50.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

The AWOS in Stephenville measured a wind gust to 58 mph.

Flash Flood in FREESTONE, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 16:30:00 to 25-MAY-15 18:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: SIMSBORO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Freestone County Sheriff's Department reported that Highway 84 at the railroad overpass in Teague, TX was flooded.

Flash Flood in LIMESTONE, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 15:50:00 to 25-MAY-15 17:56:00 (CST-6)
Location: GROESBECK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported that Preston, Jacinto and East Yeagua Streets were flooded in Groesbeck, TX.

Flash Flood in ROBERTSON, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 17:30:00 to 25-MAY-15 18:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: BOLD PRAIRIE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

All major roads and highways are covered with water or impacted by flooding.

Flood in FALLS, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 18:30:00 to 25-MAY-15 20:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: MC CLANAHAN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Falls County Sheriff's Department reported that the main roads were okay, but county roads were still flooded.

Tornado in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 01:34:00 to 24-MAY-15 01:37:00 (CST-6)
Location: (DAL)LOVE FLD DALLAS
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service damage survey team found evidence of a fast moving tornado in the city of Dallas, Farmer's Branch, and Carrollton. The damage was relatively minor, with only a few trees blown down, but there were a seven buildings which suffered roof damage.

Tornado in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 24-MAY-15 01:34:00 to 24-MAY-15 01:36:00 (CST-6)
Location: GRIBBLE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 600.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service damage survey team found evidence of a separate tornado in Dallas County, this time in the city of Irving. The tornado began just north of a golf course in the Los Colinas subdivision, just south of US 114. the tornado moved north and northwest, damaging several trees, two high rise buildings, and several carports. The tornado itself was doing damage for less than three minutes according to eyewitnesses.

Tornado in LAMPASAS, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 12:42:00 to 25-MAY-15 12:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: RUMLEY
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 85.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service damage survey team found evidence of a tornado approximately four miles to the northwest of Kempner. This tornado occurred nearly simultaneously with a tornado near Lampasas. This tornado produced damage to several buildings, including two houses where large sections of roof damage.

Tornado in MILAM, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 14:55:00 to 25-MAY-15 15:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: PETTIBONE
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 700.00K
Crop damage: 60.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service damage survey team found evidence of a tornado which produced EF-2 damage. The tornado first occurred near the community of Pettibone, and moved northeast across central Milam County. The tornado damaged or destroyed approximately 12 homes, mobile homes, and farm buildings. Several locations suffered tree damage as well. The tornado was strongest as it approached US 190, between Milam County roads 201 and 206. In this area, the tornado was at its widest, and affected the most buildings.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 20:40:00 to 26-MAY-15 20:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: MANSFIELD
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

The Mansfield fire department reported wind gusts to near 60 mph in the city of Mansfield.

Lightning in HILL, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 14:47:00 to 25-MAY-15 14:47:00 (CST-6)
Location: HILLSBORO
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Lightning struck 2 cars on I-35 near Hwy 22 in Hillsboro, TX, causing the airbags to deploy.

Flash Flood in KAUFMAN, TEXAS
From 25-MAY-15 15:27:00 to 25-MAY-15 18:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: JIBA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Kaufman Fire and Rescue reported that CR 147 near Hwy 175 was completely under water and closed to traffic.

Hail in PALO PINTO, TEXAS
From 26-MAY-15 18:10:00 to 26-MAY-15 18:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: GORDON
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 5.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trained spotter reported golf ball sized hail east of Gordon.