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10 hours ago
- Climate
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Dallas Weather: Deadly flooding hits Dallas, unsettled stormy week ahead
The Brief North Texas experienced deadly flooding in Dallas and significant storm damage across the region Tuesday night, including power outages and property destruction. A man died after his truck became submerged in rapidly rising floodwaters under an Interstate 635 bridge, while a second driver managed to swim to safety. After a brief break Wednesday, more showers and storms, including potential for heavy rain and severe weather, are expected to return later this week and continue into the weekend. DALLAS - After Tuesday night's severe storms and flooding, North Texas will see a briefly quieter day, but showers and storm chances are still possible throughout the week. North Texans experienced significant damage from the overnight storms, including deadly flooding in north Dallas where high water rose rapidly. Local perspective A man died after his truck was trapped in flash flooding under I-635 in north Dallas Tuesday night. Dallas officials reported multiple vehicles were stuck in high water, but one driver was able to swim to safety while the other driver died. Flood conditions were so dangerous at one point that water rescue teams had to wait before conducting their search and rescue efforts. Strong storms in Plano dumped more than 2 inches of rain in a short period overnight. Lightning strikes and heavy rain knocked out some power sources, leaving many without power overnight. Around 1 a.m. Wednesday, more than 25,000 residents across Dallas-Fort Worth were without electricity. What we know The complex of storms has moved out, and a weak cold front is moving in this morning. A few isolated showers may still be possible in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to the east until cooler air moves in, after which it should be quieter. Far eastern areas could still see possible showers. Clouds are expected to break Wednesday evening, and temperatures will rebound into the low 80s. These are relatively cool temperatures for early June. Strong winds in Denton County Tuesday night tore roofs off businesses and pulled down power lines. A metal roof from one business blew approximately 400 feet away. There are no reports of injuries in this area, but many are still without power. Oncor crews are working to repair power lines, though it is unclear how long repairs will take. Many vehicles in parts of Krum, Texas, also sustained damage. What's next The next batch of storms will impact West Texas Wednesday night and could potentially clip northwest counties Thursday morning. Storm chances will be low for Dallas-Fort Worth. Muggy air will return Thursday night and into Friday. Clouds will keep temperatures in the 80s on Thursday. Extra sunshine will push temperatures back into the 90s on Friday, with a heat index near 100. Storm complexes are possible later this week, including early Saturday morning. A stronger disturbance is also possible Saturday night into Sunday morning, bringing higher coverage of heavy rain, lightning, and severe wind risks. Weekend temperatures are expected to be in the low 90s. What you can do The National Weather Service advises against walking or driving into high water. They caution against driving through flooded roadways, as the condition of the road beneath the water is unknown. Their safety slogan is: "Turn around, don't drown." What we don't know The identity of the man who died has not yet been released by the medical examiner's office. Authorities have also not released information on how long the vehicles were stuck or what led the drivers into the floodwaters. The Source Information in this article comes from the National Weather Service, meteorologist Evan Andrews, and Dallas city officials.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Dallas-Fort Worth Faces Muggy Tuesday, Storms And Cold Front To Follow
North Texans can expect rain over the next two days, accompanied by a slight risk of severe storms, including hail and strong winds. Tuesday will be warm and muggy in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, with temperatures forecasted to reach about 91 degrees by midafternoon. The best chance for rain will be in the evening and overnight hours, according to the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. There is a 30% chance of isolated thunderstorms between 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. on Tuesday. These storms carry a slight risk of hail and strong winds and a low risk of tornadoes. This line of storms will be followed by a cold front pushing in from the west, generating a greater chance of storms and severe weather from about midnight to 4 a.m. About 70% of the metroplex will experience rain and thunderstorms, which could be accompanied by large hail and damaging winds. The storms could lead to localized flooding in some areas, with new rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches. The storms will clear out of the metroplex by midmorning on Wednesday, leaving behind partly cloudy skies on Wednesday and Thursday. The high temperature on Wednesday is expected to reach about 83 degrees, and Thursday will see a high of about 88. Overnight lows on both days will be in the low to mid-70s. Friday is forecast to be a warm, sunny day with a high of around 93 degrees and an overnight low of 75. A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms returns to the metroplex over the weekend, with highs in the low 90s on Saturday and Sunday and lows in the low 70s.
CBS News
28-05-2025
- Climate
- CBS News
Hail, gusty winds possible with Wednesday morning storms in North Texas
The Wednesday morning commute could be stormy for some North Texans. A First Alert Weather Day is in effect for Wednesday due to the slight risk of severe storms bringing hail and damaging winds to the western and southwestern sides of North Texas. The National Weather Service highlighted the severe threat over parts of Denton and Cooke counties, as well as Tarrant, Wise, Dallas, Parker and Johnson counties. The biggest severe threat is further west. Just before 6 a.m., the storms were over Parker County and headed towards Tarrant County. CBS News Texas Severe storms could also return by the Wednesday afternoon hours, with large hail, damaging winds and lightning possible. By Thursday, the NWS Storm Prediction Center has highlighted a marginal threat, level 1 out of 5, for severe storms across North Texas. The threat does not include Red River counties. CBS News Texas A cold front will dip across the region, providing enough lift and tapping into enough instability to produce damaging winds and large hail. Just in time for the weekend, the skies should clear and the temperatures will climb. CBS News Texas The warmth continues into the start of the next week with temperatures reaching in the 90s and winds gusting around 20 to 30 mph.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Lifestyle
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Are you a habitual violator? Here's what Texas law says about unpaid toll bills
Driving on toll roads throughout Texas is not only a daily occurrence, but it's part of the lifestyle. While it's difficult to pinpoint how many people in Texas use toll roads, according to data from the North Texas Tollway Authority, more than 14 million drivers in North Texas use the tollway. In Austin, more than 180,000 cars and trucks travel on MoPac. By 2035, the Central Texas Mobility Authority estimates that this number will rise to over 220,000 vehicles daily. And in Houston, the Harris County Constable Precinct 7 estimates that more than 60 million vehicles travel on toll roads annually. Driving on a toll road can feel like a requirement to get around in any major city in Texas. But moving on these roads costs money. According to a commissioned study by NTTA, the company made $1.19 billion in toll revenue in 2024. And according to an online forum by Courier Texas, North Texans are paying $100 a month on toll bills. So what happens to Texans who drive through the toll but skimp on the bill? Here is what to know. Texas doesn't have a state tax, but some would argue it treats its tollways like a tax. In 2014, Texas Senate Bill 1792 was passed, granting authorities the ability to enforce toll penalties against habitual violators, including blocking vehicle registrations. The bill sought to ensure fair toll payments from all users while also permitting toll project entities to establish payment agreements for individuals unable to pay in full at once. SB 1792 defines habitual violators of toll roads as registered owners of vehicles who have been issued two notices of non-payment for an aggregate of 100 or more unpaid toll charges within a 12-month period. Habitual violators who have repeatedly disregarded payment requests may face enforcement actions such as vehicle registration renewal blocks, bans from Mobility Authority toll roads, on-road enforcement involving citations and fines, and potential vehicle impoundment. A habitual offender is someone who has been convicted of four or more moving violations in one year or seven or more moving violations in two years. The law considers a driver a habitual violator if they've neglected to pay their toll bill and do the following: Unpaid toll charges – A driver accumulates 100 or more unpaid tolls within a year. Non-payment notices – The toll authority issues two written notices informing the driver of their outstanding balance. Final warning – The notices include a warning that failure to pay may result in enforcement actions. No payment made – If the driver does not settle the tolls and fees, they are officially designated as a habitual violator. Enforcement actions – Once classified, the driver may face penalties such as: Vehicle registration renewal blocks Bans from toll roads On-road enforcement, including citations and fines Vehicle impoundment According to the Habitual Violator Program, customers seeking to resolve their habitual violator status have the option of payment plans. However, vehicle bans will remain in effect until at least 75% of the outstanding balance has been paid. Once that portion of the balance is cleared, a driver can use the tollway again. This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: Unpaid tolls in Texas? How to avoid being a habitual violator
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
LIVE Dallas weather: Storms drop 3+ inches of rain; Showers return Monday evening
The Brief Severe storms dropped over 3 inches of rain in parts of North Texas early Monday. Conditions have calmed down, but more showers are expected Monday night. Temps will be in the high 70s and 80s this week. DALLAS - It was a loud night across North Texas as heavy rain and severe storms moved through early Monday, dropping more than 3 inches in some areas. Conditions have since quieted down across the Metroplex. The severe threat has ended for most North Texans, but additional showers are expected Monday evening. The strongest storms could have marginal hail-wind risks, with the heaviest in DFW south. Temperatures will remain in the 70s, with the highest rain chances south of I-20. Tuesday and Wednesday will be calmer, with only spotty showers possible. Highs will range from the low to mid-80s. Rain chances increase again on Thursday, with the potential for heavier downpours along with low-end wind and hail risks. The system is expected to clear out by Friday. A few more showers are possible Saturday night. The Source Information in this article comes from Meteorologist Evan Andrews and the National Weather Service.
