here<\/a>.<\/p>\nOn Monday at 7:46 p.m. the NWS Fort Worth TX released an updated severe thunderstorm warning in effect until 8:15 p.m. for Tarrant County.<\/p>\n
Wind gusts of up to 60 mph and quarter-sized hail (1 inch) are likely.<\/p>\n
“At 7:45 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was located over North Richland Hills, moving south at 10 mph,” explains the NWS. “Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.”<\/p>\n
Locations impacted by the warning include Fort Worth, Arlington, Euless, Bedford, Grapevine, Haltom City, Keller, Hurst, Southlake, Watauga, Colleyville, Richland Hills, North Richland Hills, DFW Intl Airport, Westlake and Grapevine Lake.<\/p>\n
The NWS adds, “For your protection stay inside a sturdy structure and keep away from windows.”<\/p>\n
This warning is in effect until 8:15 p.m.<\/p>\n
Weather Watches and WarningsLive, real-time data from the National Weather Service showing official weather watches, warnings, and advisories. Tap or click a highlighted area for details. <\/p>\n
Sources: NOAA, National Weather Service, NOAA GeoPlatform, and Esri.<\/p>\n
Map by Steve Wilson swilson@star-telegram.comActions to take when lightning threat is imminent<\/p>\n
Lightning hits the United States approximately 25 million times annually. The majority of these strikes happen during the summer, causing around 20 fatalities each year, according to the NWS. The likelihood of lightning increases as a thunderstorm gets closer and reaches its highest point when the storm is directly overhead. This risk decreases as the storm moves away.<\/p>\n
Here are suggestions for staying safe during a thunderstorm:<\/p>\n
To lower the risk of lightning strikes, when going outdoors, develop a plan to reach a safer spot.If the sky becomes menacing and thunder becomes audible, seek out a safe place to seek shelter.Once indoors, avoid touching corded phones, electrical equipment, plumbing, and windows and doors.Wait 30 minutes after the last lightning or thunder before going back outside.<\/p>\n
If finding indoor shelter is not an option:<\/p>\n
Stay away from open fields, hill summits, or ridge tops.Keep a distance from tall, isolated trees or other elevated objects. If in a forest, stay close to lower trees.When in a group, space out to prevent the current from transferring between individuals.When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region. Just remember, tents do not offer protection from lightning.Keep a distance from water, wet articles, and metal objects. While water and metal do not draw lightning, they are proficient conductors of electricity.What to do in the rain on the road? Switch on headlights – Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.While on the road – Opt for the middle lanes and remain on higher ground. Rainwater tends to gather along the road edges.Steer clear of puddles – Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles – Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.Avoid flooded areas – When encountering a flooded road, do a U-turn and head back. The strong currents from flash floods can pull drivers off roadways. Driving through deep water can also negatively affect a vehicle’s mechanical and electrical systems.<\/p>\n
What is hydroplaning?<\/p>\n
Hydroplaning is when a vehicle starts uncontrollably sliding on wet roads.<\/p>\n
This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle’s weight can push water out of the way. The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control. The top three contributors to hydroplaning are:<\/p>\n
Vehicle speed – When a vehicle’s speed increases, the tire-traction grip and ability to control the vehicle decreases. Drive at a reduced speed during wet weather.Water depth – The deeper the water, the sooner a vehicle loses traction on the road. It doesn’t matter how deep the water is, even a thin layer can lead to hydroplaning.Tire tread depth – Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding.<\/p>\n
In the event of your vehicle hydroplaning, here’s what to know:<\/p>\n
Ease off the accelerator – Step off the gas to slow down the vehicle until the tires find traction.Turn into the skid – Turning into the skid can help the vehicle’s tires realign to regain control.Make sure the tires reconnect with the road – During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.Brake gently as needed – Brake normally if the vehicle has anti-lock brakes and pump brakes gently if in an older vehicle.<\/p>\n
Source: The National Weather Service<\/p>\n
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