Severe Weather Alert: North Texas Braces for Heavy Rain and Possible Flooding
Strong storms with heavy rain and possible flooding are in the forecast for North Texas on Tuesday.
According to the forecast from KXAS-TV (NBC5), rain chances throughout most of the morning will be at 90%. After noon, chances will drop off a bit before falling sharply at 3 p.m.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch and Warning
A severe thunderstorm watch was issued for much of North Texas, which will last until 4 p.m. The eastern part of Dallas County, as well as all of Rockwall County and much of Collin County, was issued a severe thunderstorm warning. Many parts of North Texas are also under a flood watch Tuesday, and parts of the city of Dallas were under a flood warning.
A tornado watch was also issued for Central and East Texas, with Waco, Houston, Austin and areas near San Antonio included. A tornado warning was issued at about 11 a.m. for the area near Rosebud in Falls County, which is southeast of Waco.
Weather Updates and Alerts
Tarrant and Denton County were also issued a flash flood warning.
According to the National Weather Service’s Fort Worth office, widespread storms are expected, and some of them could be strong to severe.
Main threats from the storms will be strong winds, hail and possible flash flooding, with a minor threat of tornadoes. Between 1 to 3 inches of rain is expected. Some areas could get as much as 5 inches.
Impact on Daily Life
Rain and thunderstorms have caused delays and cancellations at Dallas-area airports. The Federal Aviation Administration issued a ground stop at DFW International Airport until 4:15 p.m.
Thousands were also without power across D-FW, according to Oncor’s outage map.
The flood watch is in effect until 1 a.m. Wednesday.
Latest Dallas Forecast
TUESDAY: 100% chance of showers and thunderstorms, some strong to severe with heavy rain. High: 70. Wind: E 10-15 mph.
WEDNESDAY: Fog or drizzle in the morning, then partly cloudy and mild with a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Low: 61. High: 80. Wind: SE/NW 5-10 mph.
THURSDAY: Partly cloudy and mild with a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Low: 59. High: 76. Wind: NW 10-15 mph.
FRIDAY: Partly cloudy and mild with a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Low: 59. High: 76. Wind: N 10-15 mph.
SATURDAY: Sun, clouds and mild. Low: 59. High: 78. Wind: N 10-15 mph.
SUNDAY: Mostly sunny and mild. Low: 57. High: 79. Wind: NE 5-10 mph.
MONDAY: Mostly sunny and warm. Low: 59. High: 81. Wind: SE 5-10 mph.
TUESDAY: Sun, clouds and warm. Low: 62. High: 84. Wind: S 10-20 mph.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, North Texas is bracing for severe weather on Tuesday, with heavy rain and possible flooding expected. Residents are advised to stay indoors and avoid traveling unless necessary. The flood watch is in effect until 1 a.m. Wednesday, and residents are urged to stay tuned to local news and weather reports for updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the forecast for North Texas on Tuesday?
A: There is a 100% chance of showers and thunderstorms, some strong to severe with heavy rain. High: 70. Wind: E 10-15 mph.
Q: Are there any weather warnings or watches in effect?
A: Yes, a severe thunderstorm watch was issued for much of North Texas, and a tornado watch was issued for Central and East Texas.
Q: How much rain is expected?
A: Between 1 to 3 inches of rain is expected, with some areas possibly getting as much as 5 inches.
Q: Will the weather affect daily life?
A: Yes, rain and thunderstorms have caused delays and cancellations at Dallas-area airports, and thousands are without power across D-FW.
