DFW Weather: Flash flood warnings issued for Dallas, Tarrant counties; major flooding in Balch Springs

DALLAS — A flash flood warning remains in effect for Dallas County through 1 p.m. Monday, but the overnight storms have already brought deep pooling, and morning commute headaches aplenty, to roads throughout North Texas.

More than seven inches of rain fell over DFW Airport overnight, with the City of Balch Springs — located just east of Dallas — reporting more than 10 inches of rain in just a few hours.

Cars across the Metroplex can be seen stranded on the sides of roads, seemingly in the wake of drivers attempting — and failing — to drive through flooded stretches of road. 

Watch live radar of the still-active storms here:

Arlington Public Works is advising drivers to avoid several roads due to high water. 

Balch Springs 

In Balch Springs, the rain has led to power outages and reports of flooding Arrowdell Road at Hickory Creek. The city has opened the Balch Springs Recreation Center as a shelter in the meantime.

Some residents had to be rescued from their homes in Balch Springs. 

A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for Dallas County until 1 p.m. Monday.

Dallas ISD said some buses may be delayed as they navigate through the city. 

For any questions about DISD transportation, the district urges parents to call 972-925-4BUS. 

Ground stops have been issued at both Dallas Love Field and Dallas Fort Worth International airports due to storms. At DAL, the ground stop is until 9:15 a.m. with a medium chance it could be extended. At DFW, the ground stop is until 10:15 a.m. with a medium chance it could be extended. 

Dallas Police said it was responding to several high water calls in the city. 

“Be prepared to find alternate routes today,” tweeted Dallas Police. 

According to Dallas Fire & Rescue, crews have responded to roughly 200 high water incidents since Sunday night.

Dallas Area Rapid Transit has also sent out a notice warning rides that both its bus and light rail services could be delayed this morning due to flooding concerns.

Duncanville 

The City of Duncanville, meanwhile, is warning families that its school buses could see delays this morning because of the rains.

Fort Worth 

A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for Tarrant County until 1 p.m. Monday.

In Fort Worth, MedStar reported that it responded to at least 23 crashes overnight and conducted at least one water rescue.

Roads across North Texas are experiencing backups due to weather-related concerns.

According to Fort Worth Fire, crews are responding to 133 high water investigations since Sunday evening. 

Fort Worth Police tweeted Monday morning that drivers should avoid driving on Forest Park from I-30 to Weatherford Street as Trinity River levels were overflowing onto the road. 

Remember: As it’s difficult to determine the depth of flooding on roads, officials recommend drivers never proceed through pools with their cars. In situations where that’s unavoidable, here’s what officials recommend you do.

Henderson County

A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for Henderson County until 2:30 p.m.

Johnson County 

A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for Johnson County including Burleson, Cleburne and Keene until 1:15 p.m. 

Mesquite ISD said students on buses have arrived to campuses, but some of them who were not able to get dropped off to their home campuses were taken to the nearest accessible campus. Those students will be fed and supervised by staff, MISD said. 

TEXRail is operating at reduced speeds due to safety. 

“Riders can expect delays throughout the day as the rain continues,” the TEXRail. 

This is a developing story. It will be updated with additional details as they come.