North Texas Braces for Severe Storms as Intense Weather Hits Dallas
Severe storms are set to impact North Texas, particularly the Dallas-Fort Worth area, on Saturday. High winds and hail, potentially as large as a quarter, are key concerns. A cold front is entering the region, heightening the risk of thunderstorms throughout the afternoon and evening.
Locations Affect by Severe Storms
The storms are expected to affect several areas:
- Fort Worth
- Burleson
- Crowley
- Rendon
- Cross Timber
- Briaroaks
- Lillian
- Egan
Significant impact is anticipated along I-35 between mile markers 28 and 42.
Weather Forecast and Risks
Forecasters have identified a “marginal risk” of severe weather for most areas of North Texas and a “slight risk” for the eastern zones. The primary threats include:
- Damaging winds, potentially gusting up to 60 mph.
- Hail up to half-dollar size.
- A very low tornado risk, limited to areas designated as slight risk.
It is important to note that not all regions will experience severe conditions.
Timeline of Storm Activity
Storms are moving rapidly from west to east. Early morning showers have already progressed into Cook and Grayson counties. Meteorologists expect the main storm system to grow stronger as temperatures rise, particularly after 10 a.m.
The key times to be aware of include:
- 12 p.m.: Scattered storms expected across the Metroplex.
- 2 p.m.: Intense weather shifts towards eastern regions.
- 4 p.m.: Western areas of I-35 likely to quiet down, but severe weather may persist in the east until 6 or 7 p.m.
Upcoming Weather Outlook
Following the storms, cooler northerly winds will bring a significant temperature drop. Clear skies are expected on Sunday, with morning lows in the 50s and a high of around 75 degrees.
Looking ahead to Monday, conditions will remain clear before temperatures rise into the upper 80s. Additional weather disturbances are predicted for next week, with a mix of rain and reduced high temperatures.
Stay updated through local news sources and weather apps to ensure safety during these severe weather events.
