Dallas residents are bracing for a bout of inclement weather today, as the National Weather Service has forecasted scattered showers and thunderstorms, some of which could potentially escalate into severe weather events. According to the National Weather Service, the metro area will see a 60% chance of precipitation, with possible thunderstorms likely before 1 pm and again after 4 pm, as today's temperatures hover around a high near 74 degrees. Winds are expected to shift from the east-northeast to north-northwest and could gust as high as 20 mph.
The onslaught of rain also ushers in threats beyond the storm clouds—reported by the Hazardous Weather Outlook, the National Weather Service warns that "some of the storms could become severe with large hail and damaging winds." Amidst the worry, an isolated tornado cannot be ruled out, primarily across East Texas. Heavy rainfall is also expected to potentially cause localized flooding issues.
But the tumult is to not end with the day's turn. Looking ahead, the weather services predict that clear skies are short-lived, with thunderstorms set to return in the second half of next week. Despite a brief respite expected Saturday through Monday, where the skies will mostly clear up, and temperatures are forecasted to gradually rise again, reaching a high near 81 by Wednesday, the reprieve is an uncertain prelude to what may come.
Compounding the concerns of adverse weather, the NWS Fort Worth TX has issued a Flood Warning for the Trinity River At Dallas, affecting Dallas County. The warning is in effect from Friday morning to Saturday morning, with minor flooding forecasted. The river is prematurely expected to rise above the 30-foot flood stage tomorrow morning, leading to minor flooding of agricultural lands and associated low-water crossings. "Minor flooding of agricultural lands used for cattle grazing will occur," cautioned the warning, emphasizing that residents should not attempt to drive through flooded areas and should exercise caution near riverbanks.
