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Heavy rains bring flooding to parts of the Tri-State Area, along with a tornado warning
The Tri-State Area is getting another soaking Tuesday. Bands of heavy rain are creating hazardous conditions. A Flash Flood Warning was in effect late Tuesday night into early Wednesday morning for parts of New Jersey, Manhattan and Staten Island through 12:45 a.m. Wednesday morning. Earlier Tuesday afternoon, a Tornado Warning was issued for Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey. It was followed by a Severe Thunderstorm Warning in the same area.
Hail, strong winds possible with severe storms across North Texas on Thursday
Some North Texans could see dense fog during Thursday morning commute The potential of strong to severe storms on Thursday has prompted a First Alert Weather Day. A cold front will move south today, reaching the Red River around 4 p.m.-5 p.m. and reaching DFW around 7 p.m.- 9 p.m. All of North Texas is under a marginal severe threat. Western counties are under a slight severe threat.
Hail, gusty winds possible with Wednesday morning storms in North Texas
The Wednesday morning commute could be stormy for some North Texans. A First Alert Weather Day is in effect for Wednesday due to the slight risk of severe storms bringing hail and damaging winds to the western and southwestern sides of North Texas. The National Weather Service highlighted the severe threat over parts of Denton and Cooke counties, as well as Tarrant, Wise, Dallas, Parker and Johnson counties. The biggest severe threat is further west.
Showers, storm chances linger ahead of nice and calm weekend across North Texas
Storm chances stick around North Texas before a nice, calm weekend Happy back-to-work Tuesday! With some much-needed rain on Memorial Day, it isn't a surprise that there are some areas of patchy fog to start the day. That, coupled with mostly cloudy skies, is making for a grey Tuesday morning across North Texas. However, some peaks of sunshine are streaming through, and expect the mix of sun and clouds to greet you throughout the day.
The weekend in North Texas starts out pleasant, but severe weather is expected on Memorial Day
Memorial Day weekend starts pleasant in North Texas before storm chances return Memorial Day weekend in North Texas is starting out clear and sunny, but storms are on the way and will hamper plans on Monday. Friday morning started out cloudy but will clear up leading into the long holiday weekend. Temperatures on Friday will remain above average. It will be mostly dry but later in the night, storms in the panhandle will try and approach North Texas.
Scattered severe storms increase chance for large hail in North Texas on Thursday
Severe weather possible for parts of North Texas Clouds continued to move into parts of North Texas Thursday morning along with moisture, humidity and clouds. A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for far north counties, including Grayson, Cooke and Collin, until 4 p.m. Thursday is a First Alert Weather Day for the potential of strong to severe storms in the afternoon and evening hours. There is a significant hail threat possible with any of these storms, with 2" diameter hail possible.
Another beautiful day ahead in North Texas before storm chances return
Mostly sunny skies ahead of potential rain Memorial Day weekend in North Texas Another beautiful spring day is ahead for North Texans, but Memorial Day weekend brings back rain chances. Wednesday morning across North Texas was refreshing, with dewpoints in the 50s and temperatures nearly 25 degrees cooler than the same time on Tuesday.
Temperatures to sky rocket into the triple-digits in North Texas Wednesday, before a slight cool down
Triple-digit heat likely in North Texas Happy Wednesday! Phew, the morning started warm across North Texas, with temperatures nearly 15° warmer than Tuesday morning. The hazy sky Wednesday morning is from smoke in Mexico that worked its way into North Texas, but residents can expect a lot of sunshine through the day ahead and record-breaking heat.
North Texas heats up with record-breaking temperatures on the way
Triple-digit heat on the way to North Texas North Texas is heating up quickly this week as the upper-level low that brought in cooler, unsettled weather last week continues to drift east. As the ridge of high pressure expands, North Texas will get its first “heat wave” of the year. Temperatures will soar into the 90s today, with the high temperature tying the record high of 95 degrees. That heat will only intensify on Wednesday, with record highs likely to be challenged across much of North Texas.
North Texas heats up with record-breaking temperatures on the way
Triple-digit heat on the way to North Texas North Texas is heating up quickly this week as the upper-level low that brought in cooler, unsettled weather last week continues to drift east. As the ridge of high pressure expands, North Texas will get its first "heat wave" of the year. Temperatures will soar into the 90s today, with the high temperature tying the record high of 95 degrees. That heat will only intensify on Wednesday, with record highs likely to be challenged across much of North Texas.
North Texas heats up this week, bringing record temps in the 90s and 100s
Record-tying heat and record-breaking heat expected across North Texas Happy Monday! It will be a gorgeous but warm day. As the upper-level low pressure to the east moves further east, a ridge of high pressure will build into the Southern Plains, and that will start to bake North Texas mid-week. The upper-level low that brought the rain to North Texas last week has been slow to move. Monday morning, the low axis is centered over Arkansas and Mississippi.
Dense fog advisory in effect for parts of North Texas Wednesday
Dense fog could impact the morning drive for some North Texans Wednesday morning. A dense fog advisory is in effect for parts of North Texas until 10 a.m. CBS News Texas meteorologists also issued a First Alert Weather Morning. The dense fog advisory includes Wise, Tarrant, Johnson and Parker counties. Visibility is near zero for western counties – just before 6 a.m., visibility in Keller was 0.3 miles and in Hillsboro was 0.3 miles.
Flooding possible in North Texas as heavy rain returns
By Scott Padgett Click here for updates on this story Texas ( KTVT) - Storms are on the way to North Texas, prompting a flood watch for several parts of the region from 7 a.m. Tuesday until 1 a.m. Wednesday. A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for counties to the east of North Texas, not including Dallas-Fort Worth, until 4 p.m. The main threats with Tuesday's storms include wind damage, large hail and flooding.
Flood watch in effect for most of North Texas as heavy rain returns
Storms are on the way to North Texas, prompting a flood watch for most of the region from 7 a.m. Tuesday until 1 a.m. Wednesday. The main threats with Tuesday's storms include wind damage, large hail and flooding. The greatest tornado threat looks to lie along and south of I-20 for Tuesday afternoon. A severe thunderstorm watch is also in effect for parts of North Texas, including Erath and Palo Pinto counties, until 10 a.m. Tuesday. The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex is not included in the watch.
Rain chances return to North Texas as the work week begins
Rainy week ahead in North Texas There was a beautiful sunrise across North Texas Monday morning with a few clouds, but by afternoon, scattered showers and storms begin to move in. A widespread and impactful round of storms is expected late Monday night through much of Tuesday. While severe weather remains a concern, especially south of I-20, confidence is increasing in a heavy rainfall and flooding threat, particularly east of I-35.
Most of Dallas, Fort Worth area will get a break from the rain through the weekend
After two days of rainy weather in North Texas, most of the region will dry out Friday and through the weekend. There is a slight chance for isolated showers or storms on Friday. The best chance for rain will be Friday afternoon or evening, mainly in the southern counties of North Texas. The lull in precipitation will allow temperatures to climb well into the 80s Friday afternoon, so it will feel warm outside. Another complex of storms is expected to graze portions of North Texas on Saturday.
Heavy rain, marble-size hail on the way to North Texas
Widespread, heavy rain on the way to North Texas A line of severe storms are on the way to North Texas Thursday morning. The storms are moving to the east at 30 mph and are expected to arrive in North Texas in the late morning and early afternoon hours. Threats include marble-sized hail and heavy rain. Due to the severe threat, CBS News Texas meteorologists issued a First Alert Weather Day.
Severe thunderstorm watch in effect as heavy rain moves across parts of North Texas
A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for parts of North Texas Wednesday morning. A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for Collin, Denton, Grayson and Cooke counties until 7 a.m. Wednesday and a severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for Denton County until 5:30 a.m. Heavy rain and hail, possibly up to the size of an egg, fell in western parts of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. The heavy rain will continue moving east as the day continues.
Mix of sun and clouds in North Texas sky before rain returns midweek
Warm, humid day in North Texas before storms return Some isolated to scattered showers could develop across North Texas on Tuesday. While the severe weather threat remains limited, any stronger storms could still bring hail, damaging winds and pockets of heavy rain. Later Tuesday night and into Wednesday, another disturbance will interact with a dryline to the west.
Pleasant, breezy Wednesday across North Texas before severe weather chances return
Severe weather chances return for Easter weekend in North Texas North Texas started off on the cooler side Wednesday morning, with a few spots dipping down into the mid-40s. Wednesday is another day North Texans might want to make plans to head to some of the area parks or trails. Temperatures will warm up fast with a good dose of sunshine and breezy south winds kicking in thanks to high pressure in the upper levels.
Expect mostly sunny skies across North Texas ahead of possible rain, storms Easter weekend
Mostly sunny skies for North Texas as rain chances increase Easter weekend Monday's slow-moving cold front continues to make gradual progress to the southeast. By early Tuesday morning, the entire area will be positioned behind the front, settling into a cooler and drier air mass to start the day. As the day goes on, skies will begin to clear, and the thinning of mid- and high-level clouds will give way to a pleasant afternoon.
Unseasonably warm weather, windy conditions persists across North Texas this week
Wind advisory in place as near record heat hits North Texas Happy Sunday! An incredible sunrise was captured on camera outside our CBS News Texas studios in east Fort Worth. Unseasonably warm weather is on tap today – and that's putting it mildly. Temperatures Sunday afternoon will be flirting with record highs, just a couple degrees shy of the daily records – 93° for Dallas-Fort Worth, so it's going to feel more like early summer out there.
Near record heat expected Sunday, possible wet Easter ahead for North Texas
Expect sunny skies and temps in the 80s, 90s this week across North Texas A great day is in store on Saturday with abundant sunshine and warmer than average temperatures. A ridge of high pressure in the upper levels continues to dominate the forecast pattern, keeping North Texas sunny and warm. Saturday, if you are headed to the Main Street Fort Worth Arts Festival, you will have blue skies and high temperatures in the mid-80s.
Work week in North Texas ends warm with clear, sunny skies
Warm, sunny weekend ahead across North Texas The work week is closing out with beautiful spring weather across North Texas. The weak front that moved through on Thursday is still sliding south into Central Texas. Behind it, North Texas is enjoying slightly cooler and drier air—just enough to knock a few degrees off the forecast afternoon highs and perfect for the first day of the Main Street Fort Worth Arts Festival.
Sunny skies, pleasant temperatures continue for North Texans
Sunshine and clear skies ahead for North Texans High pressure remains in charge across North Texas and that means more sunny skies are ahead. There was another great sunrise Thursday morning with comfortable temperatures in the 50s, but it won't last long as temperatures quickly warm to the 80s by the afternoon. There will be a dry front passing through Thursday, but there won't be a big blast of colder air behind the front.
Stretch of pleasant springtime weather continues in North Texas
Stretch of pleasant weather continues in North Texas A breezier day is ahead for North Texans with gorgeous spring weather. The high-pressure ridge in the upper levels continues to build across the Southern Plains. That means more sunshine is on the way Wednesday and through the end of the week. The dry air in place led to a great sunrise across North Texas Wednesday morning. Wednesday will be the ideal day to get outside and enjoy the spring weather.
Clear, pleasant day ahead across North Texas Original
Another cool, clear day ahead in North Texas Tuesday started chilly with temperatures in the 30s and 40s across North Texas. Despite the cold start, bountiful sunshine is in the forecast and the high temperature will reach the mid-70s. It will be pleasant, but the pollen count remains high. High pressure in the mid to upper levels will continue to expand into the Southern Plains and as a result, high temperatures will warm above average by Wednesday and Thursday.
Severe thunderstorm watch in effect for parts of North Texas with large hail, damaging winds possible
A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for some North Texas counties Friday morning. The National Weather Service issued the watch for Jack, Wise, Cooke, Grayson and Fannin counties until 10 a.m. For the rest of the day Friday, expect scattered showers and thunderstorm activity on-and-off throughout the day. By Friday afternoon, the tornado threat will increase, mainly for counties to the east and northeast of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
Golf ball-sized hail, gusty winds possible across North Texas Thursday morning
The Thursday morning commute will be slick across North Texas as rain moves in. There's a slight risk for severe storms across North Texas, with the chance of large hail and gusty winds, prompting a First Alert Weather Day. According to the National Weather Service, golf ball-sized hail is possible. A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 8 a.m. Thursday for all of North Texas, including the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
Here's what you need to know: North Texas faces threat of large hail, high winds and possible isolated tornadoes
Clouds increase across parts of North Texas Tuesday, leading to partly cloudy and mostly cloudy skies. The southeast surface flow will increase the moisture content throughout the day, and then by late Tuesday, showers and storms will develop. Several First Alert Weather Days are in place for multiple rounds of rain and storms in the forecast.
Widespread rain, thunderstorms cover North Texas heading into the weekend
A First Alert Weather Day is in place for Friday due to more widespread rain in the forecast, along with some embedded thunderstorms. Widespread rain will spread over most of the area Friday morning. Some of the storms could be strong enough to be classified as severe in the late morning hours and into the afternoon. Rain will steadily taper off to the east during the daytime, but light showers could persist east of I-35 well into the afternoon.
Chance of rain and storms in North Texas on Rangers Opening Day
Rain, isolated storms possible for Texas Rangers Opening Day On Texas Rangers Opening Day, North Texas woke up to mostly cloudy skies. Despite a high temperature in the mid-70s, the roof at Globe Life Field will be closed for Thursday's game, according the stadium's X account.
Rain chances linger around North Texas
Mostly cloudy skies and cooler temperatures are ahead across North Texas. There is an interesting temperature gradient from the northeast side of North Texas that will be in the upper 60s to the mid-80s in the west sides of North Texas on Wednesday. A frontal boundary has stalled over parts of North Texas, but will dissipate as the day continues. For Thursday, Texas Rangers opening day, expect to see temperatures in the mid-70s with a couple of spotty showers in the forecast.
Isolated showers, cooler air to move across North Texas after days of above average temps
Hot, sunny Tuesday ahead across North Texas The sunrise was gorgeous on Tuesday morning, with high-level clouds moving across parts of North Texas. Residents can expect mostly sunny skies on Tuesday and temperatures well above average. The highs are expected to climb into the upper 80s to low 90s.
Above-average temperatures usher North Texas into the work week
Warm, sunny start to the work week before rain returns A gorgeous Monday is ahead in North Texas. Expect sunny skies and temperatures to warm into the lower 80s – 10 degrees above the average for this time of the year. Much drier air from behind Sunday's cold front continues to filter into North Texas on Monday, keeping it sunny and mild. It's an ideal day to make outdoor plans at area trails or local parks.
Parts of North Texas under elevated, critical fire threat heading into the weekend
Clear, windy day ushers North Texas into the weekend North Texas is heading into the weekend with warmer temperatures and small rain chances. Sunny skies and mild temperatures are on the way Friday but so is an elevated fire threat. A red flag warning goes into effect at 11 a.m. Friday for the west sides of North Texas. Winds will be near 15-25 mph and gusting to near 40 with relative humidity dropping to around 10%.
First day of spring in North Texas kicks off cool, sunny
Thursday officially marks the first day of spring. The vernal equinox happened at 4:10 a.m., which means there will be nearly 12 hours of day and night. On this spring morning, temperatures are colder than Wednesday morning by as much as 25-30 degrees. Expect a sunny and nice spring day ahead. North Texas will see temperatures in the mid-60s for highs today and thankfully, wind won't be as strong.
Another gusty, dry day ahead for North Texas; Fire threat conditions persist
Another windy day ahead in North Texas Wednesday will be another gusty and dry day with cooler temperatures ahead of a warmer weekend. The elevated fire danger continues through the end of the week into the weekend. Patchy dust is possible on Wednesday as there is another windy and dry day ahead. A dry front moved through North Texas this morning, increasing the potential for fires but also bringing in the patchy dust.
Warm end to the work week in North Texas ahead of extreme fire weather threat
Temperatures across North Texas hover around the 90s Thursday started out with plenty of sunshine, but clouds will increase as the day continues. Today is also the day to make sure any outdoor items are secure before the high wind watch and fire weather watch go into effect. Clouds will increase later in the day, but high temperatures will still warm into the mid to upper 80s. Friday is a First Alert Weather Day because of the extreme fire weather threat.
Red flag warning in effect for parts of North Texas, while other parts could see severe storms
Severe storm chances return to North Texas Wednesday will be another warmer than average day across North Texas with sunny skies. A First Alert Weather Day is in effect today for a red flag warning and the low chance of isolated storms in the late afternoon. The National Weather Service issued a red flag warning that goes into effect Wednesday at noon and remains in effect until 8 p.m. This doesn't include the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex but does include the west sides of North Texas.
Warm, breezy days in North Texas lead to critical fire danger later in the week
Severe weather chances return to North Texas Tuesday morning greeted North Texans with clear skies making for another spring-like day to get outside. Some spots to the west of Dallas-Fort Worth could flirt with the 90 degree mark. Clear and sunny conditions on Tuesday give way to a bit more cloud cover in the forecast Wednesday. Despite the pleasant weather, the pollen forecast shows allergens in the high category for the next three to four days.
North Texas work week starts off cool, clear
Clear, pleasant weather ushers North Texas into the work week Monday started off cold across North Texas, with temperatures in the 30s to 40s to start the work week. With clear skies in place and light to calm winds, there's been a good radiational cooling, allowing temperatures to drop the 30s and 40s. But this is also making for a great sunrise. After a cold start, temperatures will warm nicely enough to get outside and soak up some sunshine.
North Texans get a pleasant start to the weekend before rain, cooler temperatures arrive
Severe storms usher North Texas into the weekend The weekend begins pleasantly before storm chances return across North Texas. Friday morning began dismal across North Texas with lots of cloud cover in place. But don't let that fool you into thinking there's a bad day in the forecast. A dryline will move into North Texas and clear the clouds out by midday. The afternoon will feel like springtime with high temperatures in the lower 80s with sunny skies.
Morning clouds give way to mild day across North Texas, some areas face elevated fire threat
Parts of North Texas under elevated wildfire threat Thursday Clouds continue to stream into North Texas on Thursday morning as an upper level of high pressure shifts east. However, the cloud cover made for a great palette for the sunrise across the region. Temperatures are cool enough this morning for a light jacket, but by midday, temperatures climb back into the lower 60s. Today won't be a bad day, with mostly cloudy skies and highs in the upper 60s to low 70s.
Sunny Friday wraps up February in North Texas, but storms on the way
Sunny day ahead as North Texas closes out February and Spring showers move in North Texas is in store for a beautiful Friday, with abundant sunshine and gorgeous temperatures for the last day of February. High pressure is in charge this Friday, so there will likely be little to no cloud cover. With the drier air this morning, temperatures are about 25 degrees colder than yesterday.
Clear, sunny afternoon ahead after storms pass through North Texas
Spotty showers wake up North Texans on Thursday A few storms moved through North Texas overnight but have dissipated by Thursday morning. The clouds that started the day will gradually clear from north to south and are already clearing out before sunrise. The cold front has moved well to the southeast of North Texas, and drier air will continue to mix out the clouds throughout the day. Although some showers and storms developed overnight, they have since passed through the metroplex.
Beautiful weather day in store for North Texas ahead of small cooldown
Cold front headed for North Texas with rain chances A great day is shaping up across North Texas, with warm temperatures on the way. Wednesday's highs will reach nearly 10 to 20 degrees above average. A mostly sunny start gives way to more clouds developing as a cold front moves into North Texas later this morning and afternoon. Despite more cloud cover, strong southerly winds will warm high temperatures into the mid to upper 70s.
Tuesday starts with dense fog before clear skies appear across North Texas
Tuesday morning commute looking foggy for some North Texans A First Alert Morning is in place Tuesday due to a dense fog advisory that is in effect for southeastern parts of North Texas until 10 a.m. The fog has been patchy at best with just a few spots seeing visibilities dropping into the advisory criteria. Any fog will dissipate by the late morning hours, leaving a gorgeous spring-like day in place. High temperatures will warm into the mid-70s today under sunny skies.
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