Weather Risks in Titus County

East Texas sees frequent severe weather in spring and fall. Storms can bring tornadoes, large hail, and straight-line winds. The county averages about 48 inches of annual rainfall. Low-lying areas near Big Cypress Creek and the Sulphur River can flood during heavy rain events. Before buying property, check FEMA flood maps to see if the land is in a Special Flood Hazard Area.

The National Weather Service Shreveport office covers Titus County. Sign up for local weather alerts through weather.gov. If your home is in a FEMA-mapped flood zone and you have a federally backed mortgage, flood insurance is required. Even outside mapped flood zones, flooding can occur — talk to your insurance agent about coverage options.