Severe Thunderstorms Expected in North Texas
Severe thunderstorms are possible in North Texas and could arrive as early as late Tuesday evening, bringing large hail, damaging winds and the risk of flooding, according to the National Weather Service.
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Isolated storms, some severe, are expected to move through the region starting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, with additional storm development expected after midnight, especially north of the Interstate 20 corridor, the weather service said.
“All hazards are possible” with these storms, forecasters said, including very large hail, damaging winds and a few tornadoes.
Expected Storm Timeline
The storms could continue moving across the region through the day and night on Wednesday. A detailed forecast from the weather service’s Fort Worth office said there is a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1 p.m. Wednesday, with additional showers and strong-to-severe thunderstorms possible after 1 a.m. that night.
The tornado risk with Wednesday’s round of storms is low, according to federal forecasters, but large hail and damaging winds are still possible.
Weather Forecast for the Week
The chance for wet weather and storms will persist for the remainder of this week and into Saturday, as multiple rounds of strong to severe thunderstorms are still expected. The weather service said severe weather will be possible each night for the latter half of this week and into the weekend.
The rounds of heavy rain forecast will bring a severe flooding threat at the end of this week and into the weekend, forecasters say.
Rain totals for the Dallas-Fort Worth area Tuesday and through Saturday are predicted to reach 3-4 inches. According to the weather service, the heaviest rain is expected to fall Thursday night into Saturday.
Importance of Being Weather Aware
“All this being said, this is a very important week to be weather aware,” federal forecasters said. “Be sure to have multiple ways to receive warnings should severe weather impact your area, including during the overnight hours when you might be asleep.”
The weather service said this potent storm system is expected to impact most of the country this week, with a multitude of significant hazards expected. Severe thunderstorms are expected for the eastern third of the country through midweek, and excessive rainfall potential is increased for the Ohio and Mississippi Valley.
Dallas Forecast
MONDAY: Mostly sunny and pleasant. Low: 53. High: 71.
TUESDAY (APRIL BEGINS): Partly to mostly cloudy, windy and warm. Low: 53. High: 82.
WEDNESDAY: Mostly cloudy and warm with a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Low: 67. High: 84.
THURSDAY: Partly cloudy and warm with a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Low: 63. High: 81.
Weather Service says strong to severe overnight storms could bring hail, high winds.
With rain in the forecast, drivers should pay special attention to the roads and weather conditions.
Conclusion
In conclusion, severe thunderstorms are expected in North Texas, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and the risk of flooding. It is essential to be weather aware and have multiple ways to receive warnings in case of severe weather. The storms are expected to persist throughout the week, with a severe flooding threat at the end of the week and into the weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What should I do when I hear a weather siren?
A: When you hear a weather siren, you should seek shelter immediately and stay away from windows and doors.
Q: How can I stay safe during severe thunderstorms?
A: To stay safe during severe thunderstorms, you should stay indoors, avoid driving, and keep an eye on the weather forecast. You should also have a plan in place in case of an emergency.
Q: What is the expected storm timeline?
A: The storms are expected to start on Tuesday evening and continue through the day and night on Wednesday, with additional storms possible after midnight.
Q: How much rain is expected in the Dallas-Fort Worth area?
A: Rain totals for the Dallas-Fort Worth area are predicted to reach 3-4 inches, with the heaviest rain expected to fall Thursday night into Saturday.
