While soil across Central Texas remains dry and any rainfall will be beneficial, hourly rainfall rates may be high enough to cause flash flooding.

A flood watch is in effect for much of the surrounding counties as heavy storms will begin to move into the Houston area. See live radar, the latest weather alerts and the timeline for storms.

Severe storms are barreling toward Texas a cold front sweeps the state. For South Central and Central Texas, including the stretch of towns from San Antonio to Austin, this means increased risk of damaging winds and large hail. Plus, excessive rainfall could lead to isolated flash flooding, and a tornado can’t be ruled out.

The combination of Texas weather patterns and the landscape produce rapid-onset floods when Central and South Texas receive too much rain.

The Cedar River Watershed District and City of Austin will receive state funding for flood-mitigation projects as part of a $9 million grant program, supporting efforts to reduce flood risks and property damage.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate emergency response resources ahead of the threat for severe weather for a large portion of the state,

The Cedar River Watershed District (CRWD) and City of Austin have been included in a $9 million grant program for flood mitigation.

AUSTIN, Texas — Austin is launching a new program to help homeowners get flood insurance. Qualifying residents can get up to $2,000 or maintain flood insurance for one year. To be eligible, you have to own a home in the 100-year-floodplain and have a household income at or below 140% of the median family income.

The Minnesota DNR has awarded $9 million in grants to support eight local projects aimed at reducing flood risks, including property acquisitions and water storage improvements across the state.

Heavy rainfall returns to other parts of Texas Friday, and a risk of flooding spreads toward Houston. Here's the timeline of what to expect.