Dallas weather: North Texas counties pummeled by intense hail storms
DALLAS - After a weekend of violent weather, an active pattern will continue across North Texas for much of the week. The region is currently mourning and assessing damage after severe storms and confirmed tornadoes left two people dead.
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10:20 p.m.: Severe weather moves out of North Texas region
FOX 4's Dan Henry reports that the worst of the hail storms that hit North Texas this evening have moved out of the region.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch that was in effect for Dallas County and surrounding areas has been cancelled.
The FOX 4 radar will run overnight in the video player above.
9:10 p.m.: Intense hail captured in Rockwall County
8:38 p.m.: Send us your photos
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8:20 p.m.: Flash Flood Warning in Dallas
A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for Dallas County until 10:15 p.m.
8:15 p.m.: Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for northeast North Texas
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for northeast parts of North Texas including Hunt County, Lamar County, Fannin County, Delta County, Hopkins County until 9 p.m.
Hail up to the size of tennis balls can be expected near Union Valley, Quinlan, Point and the Lake Tawakoni area in the next hour.
Commerce and Sulphur Springs are also expected to experience the strongest parts of the severe thunderstorms in the next hour.
7:10 p.m.: Severe Thunderstorm Warning in Dallas
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning with potential for 2-inch hail is moving across North Texas until 9:15 p.m. in Hunt County, Kaufman County, Collin County, Van Zandt County, and Rains County.
7 p.m.: Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for much of North Texas
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 2 a.m. for the following counties: Rockwall County, Kaufman County, Lamar County, Tarrant County, Dallas County, Delta County, Hunt County, Henderson County, Fannin County, Van Zandt County, Rains County, Ellis County, Hopkins County, Collin County.
Monday Forecast: Record heat and afternoon storm potential
Dallas weather: Apr. 27 evening forecast
It was a hot one in North Texas today, and we've got more severe weather coming up. FOX 4 chief meteorologist Dan Henry has more in this evening forecast for April 27.
There is a low chance for afternoon showers and storms Monday, primarily east and southeast of the DFW Metroplex. It will be hot, with highs reaching the mid-90s, potentially breaking record highs for this date.
Tornado damage in Runaway Bay
Deadly tornadoes and severe thunderstorms leave 2 dead
Following a night of deadly tornadoes and 90 mph winds, Texas remains under a weather alert for Sunday, with a conditional risk for isolated severe storms capable of producing 2+ inch hail.
National Weather Service (NWS) survey teams confirmed Sunday that two tornadoes touched down in North Texas during Saturday’s storms. An EF-2 tornado struck Wise County with peak winds of 135 mph, while an EF-1 tornado was confirmed in Parker County with winds near 105 mph.
The Wise County tornado caused significant destruction in Runaway Bay, approximately 50 miles northwest of Fort Worth. Meteorologists noted that peak wind intensity was measured at two separate structures along the storm's path.
Wise County Judge J.D. Clark confirmed one fatality in Runaway Bay, at least six injuries, and 20 displaced families. On Sunday, Clark issued a local disaster declaration and requested state assistance.
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Tornadoes touch down in Runaway Bay, Springtown; 2 killed
National Weather Service survey teams confirmed Sunday that an EF-2 tornado touched down in Wise County during Saturday’s severe storms, packing winds that reached 135 mph.
Springtown ISD closed Monday after severe storm damage
Due to widespread power outages and significant community damage, Springtown ISD will be closed Monday, April 27. District officials stated the closure is intended to give students and staff the necessary time to prioritize their families and the recovery process.
"With much of our town without power and serious damage to their properties, we want to give everyone time and space needed to take care of your families, assess damage, and begin the recovery process." the district said in a statement.
Dallas Weather: 2 killed, 6 hurt in weekend storms
North Texans saw two powerful tornadoes over the weekend. Meteorologists Berkeley Taylor and Ali Turiano give an update on the clean up efforts.
Parker County fatality linked to severe storm intensity
Damage seen in Springtown after tornadic storm hits
Significant damage has been seen in Springtown, Texas, after a storm that dropped an apparent tornado ripped through the town.
A second NWS survey team confirmed that the EF-1 tornado touched down in the Springtown area of Parker County. Authorities reported that a 69-year-old woman was found dead in the debris of a mobile home after the system moved through late Saturday night.
The Parker County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call at approximately 10:43 p.m. from a resident in the 6700 block of Hutchenson Hill Road who discovered the victim in the wreckage. Witnesses told investigators the mobile home was undamaged before the severe weather arrived. NWS officials said two survey teams remain in the field to assess other possible tornado tracks across the region.
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Severe North Texas storms claim life of 69-year-old Parker County woman
A 69-year-old woman was found dead in the debris of a mobile home after a powerful storm system moved through Parker County late Saturday night, authorities said.
How to report storm damage using iSTAT surveys
Tornado-warned storms, flooding kill at least 1 in NTX
At least one person was killed in Runaway Bay after an apparent tornado left behind a trail of damage. Several areas also experienced flooding during the severe storms.
What you can do:
Residents with damage to homes or businesses are encouraged to complete the Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT). These self-reported surveys help local and state officials determine the extent of the disaster and connect survivors with recovery resources. iSTAT surveys are available in English and Spanish at the Texas Division of Emergency Management website, damage.tdem.texas.gov.
7-Day Forecast: Severe weather risk returns Tuesday
A cold front approaching from the north on Tuesday will increase rain and storm chances. There is a low risk for severe weather, including the threat of tornadoes, hail and high winds, especially northeast of DFW. Highs will be in the mid-80s.
Cooler temperatures will begin filtering in during the mid-to-late week period. A stronger disturbance is expected to bring higher rain chances to end the work week, and the cooler air is expected to linger through the weekend.
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The Source: Information in this article comes from the FOX 4 weather team and the National Weather Service.