Severe Storms Expected in North Texas
Strong to severe storms are expected to blow through North Texas through Monday morning, forecasters said.
According to the National Weather Service, a thunderstorm system is expected to move into the region from the northwest Sunday night, bringing a threat for damaging winds and heavy rainfall.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
The weather service issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for North Texas that included Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Kaufman, Tarrant and Rockwall counties. The watch lasts until 5 a.m. Monday, according to the weather service.
The weather service said heavy rain is in the forecast Sunday night and into Monday night, which may cause localized areas of flash flooding across parts of North and Central Texas.
Flood Watch and Rainfall Predictions
A flood watch will be in effect for much of the region starting at 10 p.m. Sunday night and extend through Tuesday morning, an advisory from the weather service said.
Forecasters are predicting a widespread area of 1 to 3 inches of rain, with 20% coverage of 4 to 6 inches of rain within the flood watch area.
Expected Storm Timeline
According to KXAS-TV/NBC5 Sunday night, the severe weather is expected to arrive in the western part of Fort Worth around 2:25 a.m. Monday before moving eastward and arriving at DFW International Airport around 3 a.m.
The expected stormy weather followed a very warm Sunday in which the high temperature topped out at 95 degrees, the hottest day of the year so far, according to KXAS-TV (NBC5).
Memorial Day Weather
North Texas is looking at a wet Memorial Day holiday. According to the weather service’s Fort Worth office, there will be a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10 a.m. and after 1 p.m. The showers are expected to continue into the night.
Weeklong Weather Forecast
The “unsettled weather” and daily storm chances are expected to continue in North Texas throughout the week, according to the weather service.
“The upside is that clouds and rain will provide cooler weather, with afternoon highs in the 80s and morning lows in the 60s,” forecasters said.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, North Texas is expected to experience severe storms and heavy rainfall through Monday morning, with a flood watch in effect and a chance of flash flooding. Residents are advised to stay tuned to weather updates and take necessary precautions to stay safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions about the severe weather in North Texas:
Q: What time is the severe weather expected to arrive in Fort Worth? A: The severe weather is expected to arrive in the western part of Fort Worth around 2:25 a.m. Monday.
Q: How much rain is expected in the flood watch area? A: Forecasters are predicting a widespread area of 1 to 3 inches of rain, with 20% coverage of 4 to 6 inches of rain within the flood watch area.
Q: Will it rain on Memorial Day? A: Yes, there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms on Memorial Day, with the showers expected to continue into the night.
Q: What is the expected high temperature for the week? A: The afternoon highs are expected to be in the 80s, with morning lows in the 60s.
