(KTEN) – Heavy rainfall from severe thunderstorms swamped parts of Texoma with up to seven inches of rain in spots. Sulphur, Oklahoma hit the jackpot of 6.83 inches of rain over the past two days. Others were less fortunate with under 0.20 inches of rain being recorded in Bonham, Texas.

April 26-28 rainfall totals across Texoma
April 26-28 rainfall totals across Texoma KTEN

 

Even though plentiful rain is welcomed this time of year before the summer arrives to help with lake levels and agriculture, too much rain can be too much of a good thing. Flash flooding was reported in parts of Texoma, including on Oklahoma Highway 48A north of Milburn. As of 3 PM April 28, one lane of 48A was closed due to the Blue River swelling over its banks.

Flooding on Oklahoma Highway 48A north of Milburn
Flooding on Oklahoma Highway 48A north of Milburn Emily McCarter

 

The Blue River Campground was submerged by the floodwaters of the Blue River throughout the evening of April 28.

Blue River floodwaters swamping the Blue River Campground
Blue River floodwaters swamping the Blue River Campground Teresa Ritter

 

Due to previously flooded conditions, significant damage is being observed along the Blue River. Roads are completely washed away in spots.

Floodwaters washed away roads near the Blue River Campground
Floodwaters washed away roads near the Blue River Campground Teresa Ritter

 

High water was observed on other roads in Connerville, Oklahoma.

Connerville, OK flooding from the Blue River
Connerville, OK flooding from the Blue River Bruce Woods

 

Along with a flooded Blue River that was rushing out of its banks.

A flooded Blue River in Connerville, OK
A flooded Blue River in Connerville, OK Bruce Woods

 

Please do not drive through a flooded roadway. “Turn Around, Don’t Drown” is the motto you should always follow! The threat for flooding rainfall continues into the overnight hours of April 28 with severe weather remaining a possibility.