Powerful thunderstorms ripped across Wise County last night, triggering a severe thunderstorm warning for parts of North Texas as a row of storms pushed toward the Bridgeport area. Radar and spotter reports flagged large hail and strong wind gusts that forecasters said could damage roofs, vehicles and trees. Local officials urged residents to get inside and stay off the roads unless travel was necessary while the line moved through.
The Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported that the National Weather Service updated its warning to specifically include Lake Bridgeport, Greenwood, Slidell and Runaway Bay among the communities in the storm’s path, noting that Alvord could also be affected. The paper said the warning would remain in effect until roughly 8 p.m. Wednesday and was tracking a storm cell moving northeast out of the Chico–Bridgeport corridor, according to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.
Storm Path And Hazards
According to the National Weather Service in Fort Worth, radar indicated wind gusts up to 60 mph and hail up to 1.50 inches in diameter, roughly walnut-sized. The NWS bulletin added a blunt reminder: “For your protection get inside a sturdy structure and stay away from windows.”
Broader Pattern And What Forecasters Say
Meteorologists say these storms are part of a broader severe-weather pattern sweeping across the Plains this week, bringing multiple rounds of hail, damaging winds and isolated tornado threats over the coming days. National forecasters warned that the risk is expected to shift eastward and could prompt additional watches and warnings as the system moves along, according to The Weather Channel.
Safety And Travel Tips
If you are in the warned area, move indoors immediately and stay away from windows until the storm passes. Drivers are advised to pull over when visibility drops or hail becomes heavy, and to steer clear of flooded stretches of roadway. Downed power lines and structural damage should be reported to local authorities and your utility company once it is safe to do so.
This story will be updated as warnings change; keep an eye on local broadcasters and the National Weather Service for the latest watches and advisories. For the official warning text and real-time updates from the forecast office, see the National Weather Service in Fort Worth’s advisories.
