We're still seeing consistency in the computer models from overnight model runs indicating that a snowfall band is moving going to move through the metroplex as a next weather system moves through. For now, the latest computer models indicate that the area could pick up anywhere between two to five inches of snow as the system moves through the metroplex. Daytime highs the day before however, will be in the low 70s so that may hinder accumulations on area roadways. So as the forecast keeps evolving and models keep changing, we will continue to monitor any changes in this forecast and keep an eye on other computer models as this potential keeps developing. Stay tuned for any changes to this and possible updates.
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We are keeping an eye on the chance for wintry precipitation this coming week towards the latter half and the beginning of next weekend. The GFS computer model shows that a band of snow could push through the DFW area as our next weather system can potentially move through the area. Before the temperature drop, the computer models are also suggesting that the daytime high temperatures could and more than likely will reach to the low to middle 70s. Stay tuned for the latest updates on the weather system as it moves through. We will continue to monitor this with the latest changes throughout the next week or so.
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The Storm Prediction Center has issued a Tornado WATCH until 9:00 PM this evening. It includes the entirety of the DFW metroplex and a vast majority of the north Texas region. Thunderstorms developing off to the west have the capability to produce damaging winds in excess of 70 miles per hour and large hail. Remember, if tornado warnings are issued for any given location it can be descriptive depending on the warning text. Whether or not the "radar confirmed" text shows up means a tornado has been confirmed. If the text "capable of producing a tornado" it means that radar shows signs a tornado is potentially developing within that storm.
Please have a way to receive weather warnings through the rest of the afternoon and into the early evening hours. We will continue to monitor the radar throughout the rest of the day. We will post any and all warnings and watches to our social media channels throughout the rest of the afternoon and into the evening hours. ​Stay tuned for the latest updates for more information. Please share this post to help spread the word!
I don't think that y'all are aware of how significant this severe weather episode could possibly be with the expansion of the risk area to Moderate from Enhanced. This means that the National Weather Service now thinks that the severe weather chances here in the immediate DFW metroplex are a lot higher than previously thought. With the thunderstorms that form this afternoon, the main concerns are a few possible tornadoes cannot be ruled out, damaging winds in excess of 75-80 miles per hour at times. Large hail is also possible, possibly up to quarter and half dollar size in diameter, as well as finally the chance for heavy rainfall which could lead to localized flooding wherever it falls the heaviest.
Be sure that you have a method to receive severe weather alerts for your area. The best and fastest way to receive them is through iOS. If you turned off the severe weather alerts, please turn them back on so you can receive them. Android = I'm pretty sure there is the same kind of weather alert system installed through the operating system, but can't say for sure. Follow us on Twitter and turn on post notifications over at (@BreakingSWD) so you get our latest posts. We will continue to watch the radar throughout the day and keep y'all informed whenever the thunderstorms begin to develop and move towards our area. Please share this post to show us that you saw it and help us spread the word.
We're going to be looking a little bit at the timing for the strong to severe thunderstorms to move through the metro area tomorrow afternoon and evening. The first model run featured below shows scattered showers and thunderstorms developing towards the west of the metroplex between 1-3 in the afternoon and eventually solidifying into a solid line moving towards the metroplex. The second picture featured below is a few hours later from the same computer model, known as the North American (NAM) which is a short range model that helps us nail down timing and it is showing the line moving through right around rush hour as everyone is heading home. While we are not expecting this to be a tornado outbreak, it could likely turn into a severe weather outbreak for our eastern counties as a "Moderate Risk (4/5)" has been issued for the eastern half of North Texas and far southwest Arkansas.
Remember that if you are in the slight risk category, even you are at risk to see thunderstorms, don't focus on what specific risk color you are in - just anytime after noon tomorrow afternoon, have expectations for severe weather warnings. We will continue to post updates through out the morning hours and as the storms develop on our social media channels.
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