Dallas is bracing for what could be a turbulent weather week, with a series of severe thunderstorms rolling into the region that could bring large hail, tornadoes, and flash floods. The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has issued a warning that thunderstorm chances will ramp up this afternoon and into the evening, with the possibility of severe storms brewing after 4 pm.
Residents should be on high alert as, "Severe storms with all hazards possible are expected after 4 pm into the evening," according to the Hazardous Weather Outlook. The primary threat is large hail but tornadoes, damaging winds, and flooding are all potential risks to the residents of Dallas and the surrounding areas. The upcoming storm system doesn't plan to loosen its grip quickly, with a sustained period of severe weather possible through Tuesday night and hazards remaining a concern through Sunday.
The forecast doesn't offer much of a break, featuring rain chances that climb to an almost certain prediction by Tuesday, according to the given forecast by the National Weather Service. Dallas could see between one and two inches of new rainfall through midweek, compounding issues of potential flooding, especially east of I-35 where the grounds may be more vulnerable to the deluge.
With "Chance of precipitation is 100%" on Tuesday and continuing high chances through Wednesday, the region is getting ready for a wet one. Weather spotters may take center stage as their activation might be needed late this afternoon and evening to keep communities informed and prepared. While the skies are expected to clear towards the end of the week, the threat lingers with the forecast for Thursday turning sunny, though a breezy wind could evoke a lingering reminder, of the storms' recent visit.
While the city of Dallas is no stranger to severe weather, the impending squall line serves as a prompt to secure loose outdoor items and review emergency plans. As always, residents are advised to stay tuned to local forecasts and heed any warnings or advisories issued by weather officials throughout the forthcoming days of expected meteorological upheaval.
