Heavy rain hitting western Texas and the Southwest is today's big story on October's last Friday. The WeatherRadar shows the two major rainmakers with embedded strong thunderstorms accompanying the Southwest downpours. There is an increased risk of flooding.

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Rain for the Southwest, parts of the Midwest and the Gulf Coast. Clear for trick-or-treaters in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.

Wet and stormy for parts of the Southwest and Texas. Check the WeatherRadar before heading out to lunch or before the ride home.