May 19, 2025

Severe Thunderstorm and Flash Flood Warnings in North Texas

News Summary

North Texas is currently experiencing severe weather conditions, with active thunderstorm and flash flood warnings in multiple counties. Residents in Collin and Denton counties are advised to stay vigilant as the region sees heavy rains, large hail, and reports of tornadoes. Damage has been reported, and additional storms could develop through Monday, prompting meteorologists to maintain heightened alertness for continuing severe weather.

North Texas is currently under a severe thunderstorm warning, with flash flood warnings also in effect across multiple counties. Residents are advised to stay alert as the area is experiencing significant storm activity, including heavy rains and large hail. Earlier in the evening, several tornado-warned storms moved through the region, but by late night, all tornado warnings had expired.

Currently, a severe thunderstorm warning is actively issued for Collin County until 11:15 p.m., with a flash flood warning in place for Denton County until 12:30 a.m. A tornado watch, meanwhile, remains valid for both Denton and Collin counties until 11:00 p.m. As storms have progressed through the area, reports of baseball-sized hail and funnel clouds have surfaced, with residents sharing images and videos from storm-affected locations, including Ranger and Santo, both located west of Fort Worth.

Preliminary assessments indicate that regions like Jack, Wise, and Cooke counties have reported hail ranging from quarter-size to baseball-size, with damage also reported in Grayson County. This damage has left over 3,000 customers without power following tree falls. The National Weather Service confirmed that a tornado touched down in Parker County earlier in the evening.

The severe weather is not expected to dissipate just yet. Meteorologists predict that another complex of storms could develop on Monday, potentially impacting weather conditions throughout the afternoon and evening. The risk factor for severe weather on Monday is higher than previous days, with the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex facing a Level 3, Enhanced Risk for storms. These storms are expected to develop later in the day and move quickly across the area, prompting continued calls for residents to “stay weather-aware.”

As the cold front approaches following the stormy conditions, a rapid decrease in humidity is anticipated, leading to cooler temperatures by midweek. Following this spell of severe weather, forecasts suggest that temperatures will gradually return to above-normal levels as the weekend approaches.

The severe weather warnings initially placed on Denton and Collin counties have now been lifted, yet authorities and meteorologists urge that all modes of severe weather remain possible in the upcoming hours. In light of this situation, residents across the region are advised to ensure they can receive timely weather alerts and take appropriate precautions.

In summary, North Texas is currently facing severe weather, with warnings in effect for thunderstorms and flash floods. Residents are encouraged to stay vigilant as conditions may continue to develop throughout the evening and into Monday. Preparatory measures are recommended as meteorological assessments indicate an increased likelihood of severe weather unfolding in the next few days.

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