First Alert Weather: Storm damage reported across North Texas
Much of North Texas is dealing with damage left behind from severe storms that rolled through Thursday evening.
10 p.m. power outage update
Active outages: 3,983
Impacted customers: 228,206
Served customers: 3,900,330
Outages in Dallas County: 86,639
Outages in Tarrant County: 65,394
Outages in Denton County: 7,333
Outages in Collin County: 44,121
City of Richardson asks residents to not use water
Residents who live west of US 75 in Richardson are asked to not use water, except for emergencies, due a power outage at water pumping stations.
The city says there is a critical water shortage due to the outage and loss of backup power services. The city is working with Oncor to resolve the issue.
Significant damage at Amazon facility
An Amazon delivery center in Balch Springs has significant damage after storms moved through.
Weatherford ISD closed Friday
Weatherford ISD says due to power outages, debris on roads and minor damage to some campuses, all schools and offices will be closed Friday, March 3.
Motor vehicle accident update
MedStar reports 21 motor vehicle collisions Thursday evening.
Three of those collisions were rollovers and one included an 18-wheeler.
Four people were taken to area hospitals.
Possible tornado in Northlake
A possible tornado was seen in the Northlake neighborhood of Pecan Square.
Credit: April and Frank Torres
Air traffic resumes at DFW Airport
The FAA has lifted a ground stop due to weather at DFW Airport. Air traffic was cleared to resume at 7:47 p.m.
Chilly and gusty conditions settle in as severe threat ends
As severe storms leave the Metroplex, chilly air and gusty winds are settling in.
The severe threat is ending for the metroplex and areas to the west but severe winds continue to the east. Behind the severe weather, expect chilly and gusty conditions (but below severe winds) #FirstAlertDFW pic.twitter.com/muSxZk7yjK
— Erin Moran (@ErinMoranWX) March 3, 2023
The NWS will likely begin surveying damage tomorrow.
Multiple 18-wheelers overturned in McKinney
McKinney police say they are working to clear four overturned 18-wheelers. Southbound US 75 remains shut down at Laud Howell to Bloomdale.
Minor injuries are reported.
UPDATE: OVERTURNED 18-WHEELERS
— McKinney Police (@McKinneyPolice) March 3, 2023
Three of the four 18-wheelers blown over earlier still need to be recovered, which means 75 SB is shut down at Laud Howell until Bloomdale and will stay that way for the next several hours.
Please avoid the area. #DFWTraffic#dfwwx pic.twitter.com/H0QLyttd7k
Flipped semi on I-635W near St. Augustine
635w near St Augustine @ScottPadgettCBS @CBSNewsTexas pic.twitter.com/LpMiPvpWhD
— Jason McLaughlin 🌪️🌪️🌪️🌪️🌪️ (@NorthTXWeather) March 3, 2023
Partial collapse at La Azteca meat market in Little Elm
Possible storm damage has been reported at a meat market in Little Elm.
Severe weather caused part of La Azteca on the 400 block of W. Eldorado Pkwy to collapse this evening.
So far, it's not known if the damage was caused by powerful winds or a tornado.
The scene at La Azteca meat market in Little Elm. Despite the damage to the building and cars, firefighters say no one was injured. @CBSNewsTexas pic.twitter.com/n5kr7J1CtX
— Andrea Lucia (@CBS11Andrea) March 3, 2023
Tornado warning issued for Fannin and Lamar Counties
Tornado Warning issued for Fannin and Lamar counties through 8PM - take cover now! #FirstAlertDFW pic.twitter.com/X8hIhk5Khp
— Erin Moran (@ErinMoranWX) March 3, 2023
Small aircraft flips upside down
A small aircraft flipped upside down at Aero Country Airport in west McKinney.
Semi-trailer flips over on I-20
A semi-trailer flipped to its side on I-20 Thursday evening. There is no word on the condition of the driver.
Watch out for flying trash cans
Whoa! The Richardson family in Aledo sent CBS 11 this video of high winds hurling trash cans through the air.
Whoa! The Richardson family in Aledo sent us this video of storm winds hurling a trash can into the air. MORE: https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/live-updates/first-alert-weather-significant-severe-weather-outbreak-possible-thursday/
Posted by CBS News Texas on Thursday, March 2, 2023
Storm damage reported across North Texas
Trees are uprooted and roofs are damaged after storms ripped through North Texas.
Over 200k North Texans affected by power outages
As of 7:00 p.m., Oncor reported 2,324 outages affecting 252,512 customers. That includes:
- Dallas County: 45,123 customers
- Tarrant County: 100,068 customers
- Collin County: 24,198 customers
- Denton County: 14,402 customers
Structural damage reported in Little Elm
The Denton County Office of Emergency Management said it is receiving multiple reports of debris and damage.
Multiple reports of structural damage and vegetative debris have been reported to the Denton County EOC.
— Denton County Office of Emergency Management (@DentonCountyOEM) March 3, 2023
If you have damage, please use the iSTAT tool link here: https://t.co/wG5Rte7C16
Or, please direct message us your damage.
Residents reported structural damage in Little Elm and widespread tree damage after thunderstorms rolled through.
The OEM said that anyone who has damage should report it on their website.
Power flashes in parts of Dallas County under tornado warning
Flashes were seen in Dallas County along powerlines, indicating a potential tornado on the ground.
Tagboard: A look at North Texas storms through the Twitter lens
Check out these images from all over North Texas of storms, wind damage and hail.
Tornado warning issued for parts of Dallas County
Parts of southern Dallas County are currently under a tornado warning.
At 6:26 p.m., a storm capable of producing a tornado was over Cockrell Hill. The storm will also bring destructive winds with gusts up to 80 mph. The warning lasts until 7:00 p.m.
A tornado warning now for parts of Dallas County. I continue to hear sirens going off for the last 10-15 mins. Take a close listen. #FirstAlertDFW @CBSNewsTexas pic.twitter.com/oJJTWZCjXb
— Alexis Wainwright (@AWainwrightTV) March 3, 2023
Cities affected by the storm include Duncanville, Desoto, Lancaster, Hutchins, Wilmer, Ferris, and Combine.
#SoundUp: Emergency sirens echo through #DowntownDallas to warm people of severe weather. The city is under a severe thunderstorm warning and destructive winds are moving this way. @CBSNewsTexas will have all the latest info. #dfwwx #txwx pic.twitter.com/NgIjktXZkv
— Robert McMurrey (@robertmcmurrey) March 3, 2023
Winds pick up in Irving as storms barrel through
Looking towards DFW Airport in Irving
— Jett Beachum (@JetthroTV) March 3, 2023
Winds are starting to pick up @CBSNewsTexas #txwx pic.twitter.com/efhxwZItkR
Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Johnson County
A severe thunderstorm is on its way to Johnson County, bringing wind gusts up to 70 mph with it.
#NEW: Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Johnson County until 7:15 p.m. #FirstAlertDFW https://t.co/ibe7M0pOaQ
— CBS News Texas (@CBSNewsTexas) March 2, 2023
Expect widespread damage to trees and some damage to mobile homes. The warning ends at 7:15 p.m.
The areas affected include Mansfield, Burleson, Cleburne, and Joshua.
Trees sustain damage in Weatherford
Winds ripped branches off a tree in Weatherford.
Winds up to 80 mph possible in Tarrant County
A severe thunderstorm on its way to Tarrant County could bring widespread winds of up to 80 mph.
At 5:34 p.m., a severe thunderstorm warning was issued for an area including Fort Worth, White Settlement, and Benbrook until 6:30 p.m.
The storm could bring wind gusts of up to 80 mph, causing flying debris. "Considerable" damage to property and power outages are likely.
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for parts of North Texas #CBS11wx pic.twitter.com/BU66bs0IYG
— Erin Moran (@ErinMoranWX) March 2, 2023
The threat of high winds prompted authorities to sound tornado sirens ahead of the storm's arrival.
Sirens going off in Ft. Worth. @CBSNewsTexas pic.twitter.com/Rhu1B0EX6o
— Brooke Katz (@BrookeKatzTV) March 2, 2023
The storm passed through Weatherford, leaving a trail of damage in its wake.
Heading east on 180, we’ve seen a trail of damage near Weatherford -
— Caroline Vandergriff (@c_vandergriff) March 2, 2023
- Sheet metal torn off roofs
- Ripped awnings
- Signal light outages
- Speed limit sign flattened
- Trampoline into a tree
@CBSNewsTexas#FirstAlertDFW pic.twitter.com/tpG5wNBTHP
DFW Airport flight delays and cancellations
Total delays today at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport: 351
Total delays within, into, or out of the United States today at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport: 351
Total cancellations today at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport: 350
Total cancellations within, into, or out of the United States today at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport: 350
Denton and Wise Counties under severe thunderstorm warning
Parts of Wise and Denton Counties are under a severe thunderstorm warning until 6:30 p.m.
Wind gusts up to 60 mph and nickel size hail are possible with this storm.
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for parts of North Texas #CBS11wx pic.twitter.com/BU66bs0IYG
— Erin Moran (@ErinMoranWX) March 2, 2023
Towns affected include Plano, Carrollton, Frisco, Lewisville, and Denton.
Heavy hail in Grayson County
Pam Martin took this video of hail falling in Gordonville, a town in Grayson County, earlier today.
Mother Nature is mad as hail. Hope everyone in north Texas is well insured. pic.twitter.com/yacygzfD3g
— Ang (@FancyKetchup_) March 2, 2023
Storms leave behind damage
Storms are making their way through North Texas, leaving a path of damage.
Damage is seen below in Hopkins County, where a tornado warning was issued earlier this evening.
@NWSFortWorth @NWSShreveport @TxStormChasers @ryanhallyall
— Nathan Bailey (@N5REL) March 2, 2023
Damage near Pickton in Hopkins Co. Shared with permission #txwx pic.twitter.com/dhtVjE12yo
Severe t-storm warnings issued for Palo Pinto, Parker Counties
Severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued for parts of Palo Pinto and Parker Counties until 5:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., respectively.
The warnings include Mineral Wells, Weatherford, Azle, Springtown, and Aledo.
That’s the sound of hail pelting our news unit. We are still in the middle of Mineral Wells.
— Caroline Vandergriff (@c_vandergriff) March 2, 2023
Very heavy rain and incredible strong winds. Lightning. pic.twitter.com/Lwha6xN8qd
Hail and wind gusts of up to 71 mph have been reported with this storm.
5:12p Line over Stephens starting to bow out. Already seen 70mph winds with this line of storms. T'Storm Warning for Parker Co until 6pm#FirstAlertDFW #txwx #dfwwx pic.twitter.com/AqOiDroJY8
— Jeffrey Ray (@cbs11jeffrey) March 2, 2023
Quarter to golf ball-sized hail in Sherman, Texas
Justin Moody (@JustinMoodywx) captured pictures of hail falling in Sherman earlier.
The hail reportedly fell for almost 10 minutes.
Tornado reported on the ground in Hopkins County
A tornado has been reported on the ground in southeastern Hopkins County.
At 4:28 p.m., spotters reported that the storm was near Como and Pickton. Residents of the area are being urged to take cover immediately.
A Tornado Warning has been issued for the highlighted counties in North Texas #CBS11wx pic.twitter.com/c64PSLjFwu
— Erin Moran (@ErinMoranWX) March 2, 2023
Some damage to a house has been reported.
Ground stop issued at DFW Airport due to weather
A ground stop has been issued at DFW International Airport due to the threat of severe weather.
More cancellations and delays are possible this afternoon and evening. Check the airport's website for the latest information.
Hail comes down in Sherman
Large amounts of hail come down in Sherman Thursday afternoon.
Most of North Texas is under a tornado watch until 10 p.m.
About 10 minutes ago... I have never seen this much hail in the time we've owned the house. pic.twitter.com/ETDnETwzyj
— Otis B. Driftwood (@aubrey75092) March 2, 2023
Hail just now in Sherman, TX. @TxStormChasers pic.twitter.com/r8jZ8nAjTn
— Ashlee (@ashbc30) March 2, 2023
Tornado warning for Stephens County
A tornado warning has been issued for Stephens County until 4:30 p.m.
A storm capable of producing a tornado was reported just south of Breckenridge at about 4:00 p.m. Residents are being urged to seek cover immediately.
Now a Tornado Warning on this storm in Stephens County - goes through 4:30 PM #FirstAlertDFW https://t.co/TgD0SGbATb
— Erin Moran (@ErinMoranWX) March 2, 2023
Squall line moves towards Metroplex, new warnings issued
The line of storms that has formed out to the west is moving quickly towards the Metroplex.
A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Stephens and Eastland Counties until 4:45 p.m.
3:48p Squall line has entered into north Texas from the west. T'STORM WARNING for #STEPHENS COUNTY until 4:45p. 70mph winds the main threat along with 1" hail. #FirstAlertDFW #txwx #dfwwx pic.twitter.com/OS5fOsrOZk
— Jeffrey Ray (@cbs11jeffrey) March 2, 2023
The main threats are 70 mph winds and 1" diameter hail.
Latest closures across North Texas
Click here for a list of the latest list of school districts and other organizations that have canceled activities this afternoon and evening.
Tornado watch issued for parts of North Texas
A large part of North Texas is under a tornado watch until 10 p.m.
The watch area covers the entire DFW Metroplex, including Fort Worth, Dallas, McKinney, and Denton. The First Alert Weather Team is warning of large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes.
FIRST ALERT: A Tornado Watch is in effect for most of North Texas until 10 p.m. tonight. Stay weather aware and have a plan of action. @CBSNewsTexas #firstalertdfw #cbsnewstexas pic.twitter.com/nNi81msBpi
— Dominic Brown CBS 11 (@DominicBrownTV) March 2, 2023
Supercells will move eastward across North Texas through late evening as storms form in the south and spread from the west. Initially, very large hail and a few strong tornadoes will be the main threats. As the evening progresses, wind will become the primary concern.
A tornado watch means conditions are ripe for severe storms and tornadoes. Stick with CBS News Texas for the very latest.
Ping pong ball-sized hail moving northeast
The severe storm in Wise County is moving towards Era, Gainesville, and the nearby area.
2:46p Hail core that went over #Decatur is heading NE-45mph into Greenwood, Leo, Rosston#FirstAlertDFW #txwx #dfwwx pic.twitter.com/f2KbyF0bCF
— Jeffrey Ray (@cbs11jeffrey) March 2, 2023
Our first severe storm of the day now march ming off NE towards Era, Gainesville and vicinity, with Qtr size hail possible. Attn turns out west now to a line of storms back towards Abilene that will bring widespread severe weather later on today. @ScottPadgettCBS @CBSNewsTexas pic.twitter.com/9q2MTezmCn
— Jason McLaughlin 🌪️🌪️🌪️🌪️🌪️ (@NorthTXWeather) March 2, 2023
Severe thunderstorm warning update for Wise County
A severe thunderstorm remains in effect for Wise County until 3:00 p.m.
The storm is capable of producing ping-pong ball sized hail and 60 mph wind gusts.
As of 2:33 p.m., it was moving into Decatur.
2:31p LARGE HAIL MOVING INTO DECATUR#FirstAlertDFW #txwx #dfwwx pic.twitter.com/YtB4ZDAyfd
— Jeffrey Ray (@cbs11jeffrey) March 2, 2023
Severe t-storm warning issued for Denton, Cooke Counties
A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for portions of Denton and Cooke Counties until 2:12 p.m.
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for parts of North Texas #CBS11wx pic.twitter.com/CuhkzT0SCn
— Erin Moran (@ErinMoranWX) March 2, 2023
The storm is capable of producing 60 mph wind gusts and half-dollar sized hail.
Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Wise County
Parts of Parker and Wise Counties are under a severe thunderstorm warning until 3:00 p.m. This includes the cities of Decatur, Bridgeport, Springtown, and Boyd.
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for parts of North Texas #CBS11wx pic.twitter.com/XWqzmKAFd2
— Erin Moran (@ErinMoranWX) March 2, 2023
Ping-pong ball sized hail and winds of up to 60 mph have been reported.
Live near the southern Wise County border looking NW into severe storm moving through county. Winds really ramping up ahead of the cell. @ScottPadgettCBS @CBSNewsTexas pic.twitter.com/rSEiiGON3h
— Jason McLaughlin 🌪️🌪️🌪️🌪️🌪️ (@NorthTXWeather) March 2, 2023
Here is a look at the dangerous hail producing storm currently across the wise county at this time @ScottPadgettCBS @CBSNewsTexas pic.twitter.com/AD3OCrazO0
— Jason McLaughlin 🌪️🌪️🌪️🌪️🌪️ (@NorthTXWeather) March 2, 2023
Governor Abbott increasing readiness level of state agencies
Governor Greg Abbott has directed several state agencies to be on standby to help assist with severe weather.
The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) was ordered to increase the readiness of the State Operations Center (SOC) to Level II (Escalated Response) ahead of the storms.
"The State of Texas stands ready to provide all available resources needed to support Texans as severe weather moves across large portions of our state," said Governor Abbott.
The agencies requested by the TDEM to report to the SOC are:
- Texas Department of Transportation
- Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
- Texas A&M Forest Service
- Texas Department of State Health Services
- Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
- Texas Animal Health Commission
- Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service
- Public Utility Commission of Texas
- Railroad Commission of Texas
- Texas Department of Public Safety
- Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
- Texas National Guard
- Texas Department of Information Resources
The TDEM has also been directed to activate additional Texas Department of State Health Services resources. This includes the Texas Emergency Medical Task Force, which provides ambulance buses and emergency medical personnel.
State firefighting resources will also continue to support local departments in West Texas. The National Weather Service forecasts an elevated risk of wildfires through Friday.
Cancellations and delays pile up at North Texas airports
DFW International Airport and Dallas Love Field have delayed and cancelled several flights. The list is expected to grow as the afternoon goes on.
As of about 1:35 p.m., 158 departing flights have been canceled and 88 delayed at DFW (16% and 8% of flights, respectively). At Love Field, 49 departures have been cancelled and 8 delayed (12% and 2%).
Arriving flights are faring similarly. At DFW, 180 arrivals have been canceled and 77 have been delayed (18% and 8%). At Love Field, 48 have been canceled and 11 have been delayed (12% and 2%).
More cancellations and delays are possible as storms move in later this afternoon.
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of North Texas
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for several western counties of North Texas. It is scheduled to last until 7 p.m. this evening. A larger tornado watch will likely be issued in a few hours.
The counties included in the watch are:
- Archer
- Baylor
- Clay
- Cooke
- Eastland
- Jack
- Montague
- Palo Pinto
- Stephens
- Wichita
- Wise
- Young
According to First Alert Weather Team meteorologists, the main threats will be large hail and damaging winds.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for some of our northern and western counties through the early evening. The NWS office in Fort Worth says a larger tornado watch will likely be issued in a few hours #FirstAlertDFW pic.twitter.com/43Zkaqna1K
— Erin Moran (@ErinMoranWX) March 2, 2023
Severe weather prompts closures across North Texas
Several school districts and other organizations are canceling after-school activities ahead of today's storms.
Here are the latest cancellations for this afternoon:
- Allen ISD: All after-school activities.
- Arlington ISD: All after-school activities, including after-school childcare, extracurricular activities, and scheduled Board of Trustees meeting.
- Birdville ISD: All after-school activities.
- Carroll ISD: All after-school activities.
- Cedar Hill ISD: All after-school activities.
- Dallas ISD: All after-school activities.
- Dallas Zoo: Closing at 3 p.m. today.
- DeSoto ISD: All after-school activities and programs.
- Duncanville ISD: All after-school activities.
- Fort Worth ISD: All after-school activities.
- Frisco ISD: All after-school activities.
- Garland ISD: Fine arts and athletic after-school practices and activities.
- Grand Prairie ISD: All after-school activities.
- Grapevine-Colleyville ISD: All after-school activities.
- HEB ISD: All after-school activities.
- Lancaster ISD: All after-school activities.
- Plano ISD: All after-school activities.
- Texas A&M-Texarkana: Evening classes and activities.
- Richardson ISD: All after-school activities, practices, games, and events. xPlore after-school programs will operate until parents can pick up students.
- UT Dallas: All evening classes and activities beginning at or after 5 p.m.
Stick with CBS News Texas for the latest updates as they come in.