This was a multi-day severe weather and flood event. It started with a large-scale upper level low pressure system which deepened over the Four-Corners region. Moisture and instability increased in advance of this system. Storms developed along a dry line Monday afternoon, many of which produced severe weather or flash flooding or both. Another area of storms formed ahead of the upper trough over northwest Texas Monday night and pushed east-southeast across the area Tuesday, producing severe weather and flooding. A third round of storms produced flooding across mainly the southern half of the region Tuesday night into Wednesday.

Hail in CORYELL, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 14:42:00 to 08-MAR-16 14:42:00 (CST-6)
Location: OGLESBY
Magnitude: 0.88 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Broadcast media reported nickel-sized hail near the intersection of Hwy 84 and FM 1996.

Hail in CORYELL, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 16:12:00 to 08-MAR-16 16:12:00 (CST-6)
Location: CORYELL
Magnitude: 0.88 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Broadcast media reported nickel to dime sized hail covering the ground on FM 929.

Hail in CORYELL, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 17:35:00 to 08-MAR-16 17:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: IRELAND
Magnitude: 1.25 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported quarter to half-dollar sized hail in Ireland, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in GRAYSON, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 21:05:00 to 07-MAR-16 21:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: FINK
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported outbuildings and power lines blown down on Cemetery Road in Pottsboro, TX.

Flash Flood in PALO PINTO, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 19:10:00 to 07-MAR-16 20:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: LONE CAMP
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported a high water rescue near the intersection of FM 4 and Lakeview Dr.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:15:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: FT WORTH MANGHAM ARP
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A social media report indicated damage to the roof of the Ice Center near Birdville High School in North Richland Hills, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in HOOD, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 07:36:00 to 08-MAR-16 07:36:00 (CST-6)
Location: WAPLES
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A social media report showed damage to a brick home, where the window was blown out and the chimney toppled.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:15:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: LAKE WORTH
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A social media report indicated damage at a Tarrant Community College Northwest Campus building.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:30:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: SMITHFIELD
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A social media report indicated damage to the roof of Porter Elementary School in Hurst, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 09:05:00 to 08-MAR-16 09:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: GARLAND
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Garland P.D. reported damage to buildings and vehicles at the 2600 block of Industrial lane in Garland, TX. One injury was also reported.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:30:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: HURST
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A social media report indicated damage to L.D. Bell High School in Hurst, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:35:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: GRAPEVINE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

A National Weather Service employee reported tree damage in Grapevine, TX just west of the Hwy 121 & Hwy 360 split.

Thunderstorm Wind in COOKE, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 20:11:00 to 07-MAR-16 20:11:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOPE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported a barn destroyed off FM 902 approximately 6 to 7 miles east-southeast of Gainesville, TX.

Tornado in ERATH, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 06:30:00 to 08-MAR-16 06:31:00 (CST-6)
Location: DUBLIN
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 130.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

The Dublin Police Department reported damage from a tornado early in the morning of March 9th. The tornado was short lived, and produced minor damage to approximately ten buildings in downtown Dublin.

Tornado in ERATH, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 06:55:00 to 08-MAR-16 06:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: STEPHENVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado caused EF-1 damage to several businesses and homes in the city limits of Stephenville. The tornado began near a business on U.S. Highway 377 on the south side of town, damaging a metal building structure. The tornado moved north and northeast, heavily damaging an apartment building, and causing tree and power line damage on the campus of Tarleton State University. As the tornado dissipated, homes and garages were damaged at the Foster's home for children, on the north side of Stephenville.

Tornado in HOOD, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 07:36:00 to 08-MAR-16 07:36:00 (CST-6)
Location: GRANBURY
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 4.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

A brief tornado occurred on the east side of the Brazos River / Lake Granbury early in the morning of March 8th. The tornado was photographed by several citizens, but occurred in open land near a golf course.

Flash Flood in PALO PINTO, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 19:10:00 to 07-MAR-16 20:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: MINERAL WELLS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Public reports of high water rescues were received in Mineral Wells and Santo.

Flash Flood in PALO PINTO, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 20:00:00 to 07-MAR-16 20:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: LONE CAMP
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Palo Pinto County Sheriff's Department reported high water rescues in Lone Camp, TX.

Flash Flood in WISE, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 20:05:00 to 07-MAR-16 22:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: PARADISE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio reported a high water rescue near the Dollar General Store in Paradise, TX.

Flash Flood in WISE, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 20:15:00 to 07-MAR-16 22:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: COTTONDALE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio reported a high water rescue on Private Road 3475 near Paradise, TX.

Flash Flood in LIMESTONE, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 03:51:00 to 09-MAR-16 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: HORN HILL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported significant water over Highway 164 W near Groesbeck.

Flash Flood in LIMESTONE, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 03:57:00 to 09-MAR-16 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MEXIA MUNI ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported swift water of unknown depth on Hwy 84 just west of the Freestone County line.

Flash Flood in NAVARRO, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 04:00:00 to 09-MAR-16 09:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROUND PRAIRIE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported water over Hwy 287 near the FM 309 intersection.

Flash Flood in FALLS, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 06:00:00 to 09-MAR-16 13:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MC CLANAHAN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Falls County Sheriff's Department reported that multiple bridges were washed out on FM 147.

Flash Flood in LIMESTONE, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 09:24:00 to 09-MAR-16 11:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: SHILOH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Limestone County Sheriff's Department reported a high water rescue at LCR 456 and Plummer's Creek. The motorist was reported to be stranded and the car had been washed off the road.

Flash Flood in FALLS, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 12:00:00 to 09-MAR-16 15:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: NORTH PRAIRIE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Falls County Sheriff's Department reported significant mud on the road that washed up from the fields along Hwy 77 near Hwy 429.

Flood in PALO PINTO, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 22:10:00 to 07-MAR-16 23:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: MINERAL WELLS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Mineral Well Fire and Rescue reported that water was receding across parts of the city but flooding continued across southern portions of the city.

Flood in DENTON, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 22:47:00 to 08-MAR-16 01:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SANGER LANE ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Denton County Sheriff's Department reported creek flooding on FM 1173 at Pruett Road near Slidell, and on Milam St near Tille Lane.

Flood in DENTON, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 02:45:00 to 08-MAR-16 03:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: MAYHILL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A social media report showed a car stuck in high water on the I-35 frontage road near Underwood St.

Flash Flood in DENTON, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 15:07:00 to 08-MAR-16 16:07:00 (CST-6)
Location: JUSTIN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported a swift water rescue on FM 407 where Denton Creek had flooded the road. The occupant was rescued about 100 yards west of the main road.

Flood in MCLENNAN, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 11:15:00 to 08-MAR-16 12:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: WACO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A public report was received stating that the 1800 through 2900 block of Franklin Avenue in Waco, TX was impassible due to high water.

Flood in HAMILTON, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 22:30:00 to 08-MAR-16 23:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: HAMILTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Hamilton County Sheriff's Department reported that some low water crossings have been closed due to water over the road.

Flood in RAINS, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 09:20:00 to 09-MAR-16 11:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: EMORY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Rains County Sheriff's Department reported minor flooding within the city limits of Emory, TX.

Flood in VAN ZANDT, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 09:20:00 to 09-MAR-16 11:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: CANTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Van Zandt County Sheriff's Department reported that some low water crossings were closed in the city of Canton, TX.

Flood in HENDERSON, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 10:30:00 to 09-MAR-16 14:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: MALAKOFF
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported that FM 3441 over Walnut Creek was closed due to water over the bridge.

Flood in ANDERSON, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 09:00:00 to 09-MAR-16 10:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: HARMONY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A public report stated that water was over the road on FM 320 east of FM 645 approximately 9 miles west of Palestine, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in NAVARRO, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 12:23:00 to 08-MAR-16 12:23:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROUND PRAIRIE
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported 10 power poles snapped and trees down near Hwy 287 at FM 309.

Flash Flood in NAVARRO, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 03:15:00 to 09-MAR-16 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ANGUS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency Management reported roadway flooding in southern Navarro County.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:25:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: WATAUGA
Magnitude: 50.00 MG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Official NWS Observations

The Tarrant Regional Water District's wind anemometer located on a tower at the NWS Fort Worth office measured a 57 mph wind gust.

Hail in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:15:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: SAGINAW
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Lightning in PARKER, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 07:00:00 to 08-MAR-16 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: COOL
Property damage: 300.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

A house near Cool was struck by lightning and was deemed a total loss.

Thunderstorm Wind in HENDERSON, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 12:30:00 to 08-MAR-16 12:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: MALAKOFF
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Broadcast media reported numerous trees and power lines down, and roof damage to a home in downtown Malakoff, TX.

Heavy Rain in WISE, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 18:45:00 to 07-MAR-16 21:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: PARADISE
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio reported 5.21 inches of rain from 645 to 915 PM.

Thunderstorm Wind in HENDERSON, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 12:35:00 to 08-MAR-16 12:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: TRINIDAD
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Henderson County Sheriff's Department reported damage all over the Malakoff-Trinidad area.

Flash Flood in LIMESTONE, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 03:00:00 to 09-MAR-16 08:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: TEHUACANA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported that Plummer's Creek had overrun its banks, and mainly minor street flooding was occurring in the towns of Mexia, Groesbeck and Coolidge.

Tornado in NAVARRO, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 12:23:00 to 08-MAR-16 12:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROUND PRAIRIE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 70.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service survey crew found evidence of a relatively brief QLCS tornado over southeastern Navarro County. The tornado first occurred near US 287, on the north side of Richland Chambers Reservior. Near the beginning point of this tornado, several power poles were broken. The tornado then moved northeast, damaging two manufactured homes.

Tornado in HENDERSON, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 12:37:00 to 08-MAR-16 12:41:00 (CST-6)
Location: TRINIDAD
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 200.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey crew found evidence of a tornado which began south of the city of Trinidad, and move northeast to the city of Malakoff. The tornado began by damaging several trees and homes near Trinidad. As the tornado moved northeast, trees were damaged along State Highway 34, before entering southwest Malakoff. Approximately 10 homes were damaged in Malakoff, with one home losing a chimney, part of the roof, and several large trees on the property.

Thunderstorm Wind in COOKE, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 20:18:00 to 07-MAR-16 20:18:00 (CST-6)
Location: WOODBINE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported that a power pole was blown down near the 800 block of CR 219 in Woodbine, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:18:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:18:00 (CST-6)
Location: SAGINAW
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A public report stated that the roof was blown off of a business near the intersection of Saginaw Main and Loop 820.

Thunderstorm Wind in DENTON, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:54:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:54:00 (CST-6)
Location: CARNEY
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A social media report indicated damage to homes near the high school in The Colony, TX. The fire department was responding.

Thunderstorm Wind in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 09:04:00 to 08-MAR-16 09:04:00 (CST-6)
Location: RENNER
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A social media report showed power lines down near Alamo Rd between Campbell Street and N Collins Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in FANNIN, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 09:58:00 to 08-MAR-16 09:58:00 (CST-6)
Location: BAILEY
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio reported damage to a barn and a few trees down near the community of Bailey, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:25:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: KELLER
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A social media report stated that Johnson Road in Keller, TX was closed between Keller-Smithfield Rd and Railhead Dr due to downed power lines.

Flash Flood in LIMESTONE, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 09:20:00 to 09-MAR-16 11:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: DOYLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

A local newspaper reported that a woman was rescued from her car after getting stranded on a rural road off of Highway 14 just east of Fort Parker State Park.

Hail in PARKER, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 18:37:00 to 07-MAR-16 18:37:00 (CST-6)
Location: PEASTER
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio reported one-inch diameter hail approximately 6 miles north of Weatherford, TX.

Hail in PARKER, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 18:25:00 to 07-MAR-16 18:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: PEASTER
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio reported one-inch diameter hail approximately 6 miles north of Weatherford, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in DENTON, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:00:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: GRAPEVINE RES
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A public report indicated that damage occurred in a subdivision on Orchard Dr in Flower Mound, TX.

Heavy Rain in WISE, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 18:30:00 to 07-MAR-16 19:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: PARADISE
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported 2.88 inches of rainfall between 630 and 720 PM in Paradise, TX.

Heavy Rain in WISE, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 18:45:00 to 07-MAR-16 20:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: PARADISE
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

An amateur radio report indicated 3.88 inches of rain in the southwest part of Paradise, TX between 645 and 845 PM.

Heavy Rain in PARKER, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 18:00:00 to 09-MAR-16 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPRINGTOWN
Property damage: 18.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

A female died when her car lost control on wet pavement and crashed. The crash occurred on FM 51 near Veal Station Road south of Springtown. Another female and child were injured in the crash.

Flood in FALLS, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 19:00:00 to 11-MAR-16 19:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MARLIN ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

The body of a rancher was found in flood waters along Big Creek after the creek rose up onto the rancher's property. The rancher disappeared on the evening of the 9th when we went out to move cattle out of the flood waters. His body was recovered on his property under 5 feet of water on the 11th.

Heavy Rain in MCLENNAN, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 10:00:00 to 08-MAR-16 10:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: HALLSBURG
Property damage: 8.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

A young man died and a female was injured when the car they were traveling lost control during a heavy thunderstorm and crashed. The vehicle was on SH 6 crossing the SH 164 bridge at the time.

Hail in COOKE, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 13:05:00 to 07-MAR-16 13:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: MUENSTER
Magnitude: 0.88 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Dime to nickel sized hail was reported in Muenster.

Tornado in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:03:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:06:00 (CST-6)
Location: BENBROOK LAKE
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 330.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A survey crew from the National Weather Service found evidence of EF-1 damage on the northwest shore of Benbrook Lake, near the dam. The tornado first occurred near Stephens Drive, about one half mile east of US 377. This tornado took a general west to east track, crossing a portion of the lake. On the west side of the path, a marina was heavily damaged, especially the portion which served as a storage yard for boats. Approximately 20 boats were damaged or destroyed, along with several storage sheds. The tornado moved to the east, crossing the lake, before dissipating after causing tree damage on the Pecan Valley Municipal Golf Course.

Tornado in HOOD, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 07:21:00 to 08-MAR-16 07:23:00 (CST-6)
Location: TOLAR
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A brief tornado was captured by broadcast media to the east of the city of Tolar. This tornado began near a mobile home park, damaging three homes. The tornado then crossed U.S. Highway 377 over an open field before dissipating.

Tornado in LAMPASAS, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:17:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:19:00 (CST-6)
Location: LAMPASAS ARPT
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 60.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Lampasas County Emergency Manager reported damage from an observed tornado approximately thirteen miles north of the city of Lampasas. While occurring mainly over open ranch land, the tornado first occurred near U.S. 281, before moving east for about a mile. Tree damage was along the path, and one structure was damaged.

Tornado in DENTON, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:53:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:54:00 (CST-6)
Location: CARNEY
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 90.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service survey crew found evidence of an EF1 QLCS tornado in the city limits of The Colony. This tornado was brief, and damaged 6 homes and several power lines in the city.

Thunderstorm Wind in PARKER, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 18:15:00 to 07-MAR-16 18:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: GARNER
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A public report stated that a roof was blown off of a house at the 700 block of Our lane.

Flood in PALO PINTO, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 23:17:00 to 08-MAR-16 05:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: SANTO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Palo Pinto County Sheriff's Department reported that many roads remained closed in the southern and eastern portions of the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in ERATH, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 06:55:00 to 08-MAR-16 06:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: STEPHENVILLE
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A public report stated that numerous buildings were damaged in Stephenville.

Thunderstorm Wind in ERATH, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 07:04:00 to 08-MAR-16 07:04:00 (CST-6)
Location: STEPHENVILLE MUNI AR
Magnitude: 52.00 MG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

A wind gust of 60 MPH was measured at the Stephenville AWOS.

Tornado in PARKER, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 18:08:00 to 07-MAR-16 18:14:00 (CST-6)
Location: (MWL)MINERAL WELLS A
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado caused EF-1 damage near the community of Cool, Texas on the evening of March 7th. This tornado caused significant damage to two homes and several pieces of farm equipment. The tornado began just south of Highway 180 to the east of Cool and tracked north for approximately 2 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind in WISE, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 19:25:00 to 07-MAR-16 19:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: SLIDELL
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio reported three to five inch diameter trees were broken and 2 to 4 inch diameter branches were broken from half a dozen trees.

Hail in COOKE, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 19:58:00 to 07-MAR-16 19:58:00 (CST-6)
Location: ERA
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported quarter to golf ball sized hail in the town of Era.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 07:55:00 to 08-MAR-16 07:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: WHEATLAND
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 12.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A public report from a former NWS employee estimated wind gusts of 65 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:13:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:13:00 (CST-6)
Location: SANSOME PARK VLG
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A social media report indicated damage to a small shed near the Verizon store just north of Loop 820 in Lake Worth, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:13:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:13:00 (CST-6)
Location: BLUE MOUND
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A public report indicated that damage occurred to the siding of a service station on Blue Mound Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:15:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: SAGINAW
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

An amateur radio report estimated 70 MPH winds and quarter sized hail in Saginaw, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:21:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:21:00 (CST-6)
Location: WATAUGA
Magnitude: 62.00 MG
Property damage: 8.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A social media report indicated a 62 MPH wind gust in Watauga.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:53:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:53:00 (CST-6)
Location: NORTH RICHLAND HILLS
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A social media report indicated large branches down on a sidewalk on Rufe Snow Dr in Watauga, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 08:14:00 to 08-MAR-16 08:14:00 (CST-6)
Location: WESTOVER HILLS
Magnitude: 57.00 MG
Property damage: 12.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

A 66 MPH wind gust was measured at the Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base.

Thunderstorm Wind in COLLIN, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 09:00:00 to 08-MAR-16 09:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: FRISCO
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A social media report showed pictures of damage done to a large silo near the intersection of First and Main Streets in Frisco, TX.

Flood in VAN ZANDT, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 09:30:00 to 09-MAR-16 12:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: WALTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 8.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

A high water rescue was needed for a person in a vehicle trapped in flood waters on CR 4206.

Flash Flood in WISE, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 20:23:00 to 07-MAR-16 22:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: BRIDGEPORT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio reported several high water rescues and numerous flooding reports in Bridgeport, TX. The newspaper reported high water rescues at 8th St near Harwood Park and also evacuations of homes on Halsell St and at P&W Trailer Park. Water also covered portions of Highway 380 west of Bridgeport.

Thunderstorm Wind in DENTON, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 09:00:00 to 08-MAR-16 09:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CARNEY
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

An amateur radio report stated that damage occurred to the roof of a residential structure in The Colony, and that power lines were blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in FANNIN, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 10:00:00 to 08-MAR-16 10:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: LEONARD
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported mobile home damage and tree branches down.

Thunderstorm Wind in BELL, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 10:24:00 to 08-MAR-16 10:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: PENDLETON
Magnitude: 43.00 EG
Property damage: 7.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported damage to a barn, and awning, a mobile home and trees.

Hail in LAMPASAS, TEXAS
From 08-MAR-16 17:09:00 to 08-MAR-16 17:09:00 (CST-6)
Location: ADAMSVILLE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported golf ball sized hail approximately 5 miles south-southwest of Evant, TX.

Flood in WISE, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 22:20:00 to 08-MAR-16 01:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: CHICO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 200.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Wise County Sheriff's Department reported that roads remained closed in many areas across the county, including Cottondale, Boyd, Paradise, Bridgeport, Decatur and Chico. Some roads near creeks and rivers remained flooded through the 8th and into 9th until the river levels receded. The flood waters damaged roads, culverts, bridges across the county. Lake Bridgeport was closed to recreational traffic as the lake rose nearly 2 feet above its conservation pool.

Flood in VAN ZANDT, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 06:50:00 to 09-MAR-16 10:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MYRTLE SPGS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A social media report indicated that parts of CR 3211 and CR 3208 just northeast of Myrtle Springs, TX were flooded.

Flash Flood in LIMESTONE, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 07:46:00 to 09-MAR-16 11:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ECHOLS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 140.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A social media report indicated swift water flowing along Highway 84 near Lake Mexia. As the flooding worsened, Texas Task Force 1 helped rescue residents near Lake Mexia. In all, there were sixteen water rescues, along with 48 homes affected. THirty three homes had minor damage, and fifteen suffered major damage.

Thunderstorm Wind in COOKE, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 20:18:00 to 07-MAR-16 20:18:00 (CST-6)
Location: WOODBINE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported that a roof was blown off of a mobile home near CR 209 in Woodbine, TX.

Flash Flood in PARKER, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 20:20:00 to 07-MAR-16 22:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: WHITT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Parker County EOC reported impassable roads 2 to 3 miles east of Whitt, and between Hwy 281 and Lamkin Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in COOKE, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 20:30:00 to 07-MAR-16 20:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: CALLISBURG
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Fire and rescue reported a barn blown into a road, power poles snapped and structures damaged from Lake Kiowa up to Callisburg.

Thunderstorm Wind in GRAYSON, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 20:45:00 to 07-MAR-16 20:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: WHITESBORO
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The National Weather Service survey team estimated winds up to 80 MPH caused damage in Whitesboro, TX. This was after reports of significant wind damage from the storm, including an RV blown onto a car and a Tractor Trailer overturned.

Flash Flood in LIMESTONE, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 06:00:00 to 09-MAR-16 14:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: KIRK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Limestone County Sheriff's Department reported that the westbound lane of State Highway 164 remain closed due to floodwaters and debris. Several county roads across central Limestone County remain flooded.

Flash Flood in HENDERSON, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 06:30:00 to 09-MAR-16 08:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: PAYNE SPRINGS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Henderson County Sheriff's Department reported that 16 roads across the county were flooded including multiple major thoroughfares.

Flash Flood in HENDERSON, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 07:30:00 to 09-MAR-16 08:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: PAYNE SPRINGS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported that portions of Highway 198 near Caney City were flooded, and 10 to 15 roads across the area were flooded.

Flash Flood in LIMESTONE, TEXAS
From 09-MAR-16 11:50:00 to 09-MAR-16 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ECHOLS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported multiple swift water rescues around Lake Mexia.

Flood in PARKER, TEXAS
From 07-MAR-16 23:13:00 to 08-MAR-16 01:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: WHITT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 8.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A social media report indicated a high water rescue on the 1300 block of Indian Camp Rd in the Whitt area.