Uprooted tree in Smith County, Texas after storms swept through the state on Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Severe storms leave one dead, cause widespread flooding across Texas

Severe thunderstorms swept across Texas on Monday and Tuesday, May 5–6, 2025, triggering flash floods and widespread damage across the state. In Brenham, a 10-year-old girl who went missing after being swept away by floodwaters on Monday was found deceased the following day.

Severe flooding in Harlingen on March 28, 2025

Extreme rainfall, severe floods claim 3 lives in Hidalgo County, South Texas

At least three people have been reported dead after severe thunderstorms swept through South Texas from Wednesday, March 26, through Friday, March 28, 2025, dropping extreme rainfall that led to severe flooding across the region. Multiple places, including the city of McAllen, reported over 30 cm (1 foot) of standing floodwaters after record rainfall hit the area.