Flash flood warnings have been issued for parts of Texas and Louisiana as severe storms continue to bring heavy rainfall across the Southern United States. The National Weather Service cautions that while this rainfall may help alleviate drought conditions, it could also lead to localized flash flooding. The storms are expected to shift east along the Gulf Coast on Friday, with the Southeast U.S. facing heavier rain on Saturday. Meanwhile, Springfield, Missouri, experienced a historic hailstorm, with softball-sized hail causing significant damage, including the death of an emu at the local zoo and injuries to some drivers. The hailstorm was noted as Springfield's worst on record, though it did not surpass the state record of 6 inches (15.2 centimeters) set in 2004. The Springfield-Branson National Airport reported numerous flight delays and cancellations due to the storm's impact. Cooler weather is anticipated as the storm system moves out of the region over the weekend.