North Texas is on high alert as the threat of flash flooding looms over the region in the next 24 hours. Heavy rain is expected to move in later today, prompting Governor Greg Abbott to activate state emergency crews in preparation for potential rescues and disaster response.

Heavy rain fell across North Texas overnight Wednesday and continued through Thursday morning. By midday, the skies cleared, setting up a beautiful few days ahead. North Texans woke up Thursday to widespread heavy rain and thunderstorms.