Over 130 people have died after heavy rain pounded Kerr County, Texas, early Friday, leading to "catastrophic" flooding, the sheriff said.

Torrential rain and flash floods hit parts of central Texas early Friday morning. Officials said that at least 78 people have died, but that they expect that number to rise.

Heavy rainfall of 2–3+ inches could trigger flash flooding Friday and Saturday. Evening storms may impact low-lying and poorly drained areas.

Heavy, persistent rain will bring the threat of flash flooding across southern Louisiana and along the Gulf Coast. A Flood Watch is in effect from the Mississippi coast across southern Louisiana.