In spring 2016, much of Texas (particularly the southeast) was inundated with historic precipitation and flooding.
The Brazos River reached record-high water levels west of Houston.
Image of the Day Land Water Floods Severe Storms Human Presence
CloudSat observed a destructive rain storm as it passed across the central United States in April 2016.
Image of the Day Atmosphere Floods Severe Storms
Record rainfall in the Houston area led to severe flooding.