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Hail pelt the hood of a parked car in Rowlett, Monday, April 27, 2026.<\/p>\n
Smiley N. Pool\/The Dallas Morning News<\/p>\n
The National Weather<\/a> Service issued a tornado watch and an increased hail threat<\/a> for areas of North Texas until late Tuesday night.<\/p>\n This story will be updated live throughout the afternoon and evening with the latest.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 8:45 p.m. Dallas-Fort Worth is out of the storm\u00a0<\/p>\n As of 8:45 p.m., the storms have moved out of the Dallas-Fort Worth region, the weather service’s forecast said. The region largely escaped the brunt of the storms with most of the effects reported in western counties of northern Texas.\u00a0<\/p>\n The tornado watch that was issued earlier in the day has been lifted from some North Texas counties including Dallas, Collin, Tarrant, Denton, among others. Counties in north central Texas including Ellis and Johnson, are now under a tornado watch until 10\u00a0p.m.\u00a0<\/p>\n 7:15\u00a0p.m. Ground stop, departure delay lifted<\/p>\n The ground stop and departure delays issued by the FAA for DFW International and Dallas Love Field airports have been lifted.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 7\u00a0p.m.\u00a0Softball-sized hail reported in Johnson County<\/p>\n The weather service reported that the storm crossing over Johnson County, including Burleson, Cleburne and Keene, has produced very large hail and significant damage.<\/p>\n Make Dallas News a preferred source so your search results prioritize writing by actual people, not AI.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Add Preferred Source<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Forecasters urge people to seek shelter.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Severe thunderstorm and tornado warnings for this area are expected to last until 7:30 p.m.<\/p>\n 6:42\u00a0p.m. Storm damage in Mineral Wells<\/p>\n Storm damage has been recorded in Mineral Wells, promoting the city to urge residents to stay home and off the roads.\u00a0<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n \u201cThere is confirmed structural damage, and first responders are actively on scene working to assess the situation and ensure public safety,\u201d city officials wrote in a news release.\u00a0<\/p>\n To ensure first responders can access affected areas, the release asked drivers to avoid traveling in the northeast area of Mineral Wells \u2014 from Country Club Estates to Lake Mineral Wells State Park along Highway 180.<\/p>\n \u201cKeeping roadways clear is critical so emergency personnel can do their jobs quickly and safely,\u201d the release reads<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 6:35\u00a0p.m. Severe thunderstorm warning canceled in Dallas County\u00a0<\/p>\n The severe thunderstorm warning issued for northern Dallas County has been canceled, according to the weather service.<\/p>\n 6:30\u00a0p.m. Johnson County tornado warning<\/p>\n According to the weather service, western Johnson County is under a tornado warning until 6:45 p.m.\u00a0<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Potential hazards also include baseball-sized hail.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u201cFlying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter,\u201d the forecast reads. \u201cMobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.\u201d<\/p>\n 6:15\u00a0p.m. North Texas tornado watch remains<\/p>\n The tornado watch issued Tuesday morning for parts of Oklahoma and North Texas is still expected to last until\u00a09 p.m. Wind gusts of up to 80 mph are forecast along with softball-sized hail.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n The weather service emphasized in a statement that hail up to 4.5 inches is the main threat with this afternoon\u2019s storms. Officials said storms are expected to hit during rush hour and encouraged people to stay home if possible.<\/p>\n \u201cThe tornado threat is lower overall, but not zero,\u201d the statement said.<\/p>\n Towns within Sherman and Graham counties could see hail up to 3 inches in diameter and wind gusts of 60 mph, according to the weather service.<\/p>\n The weather service said areas north of Interstate 20 and west of Highway 281 will be under a moderate hail threat from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Hail could potentially be larger than baseballs, about 3.5 inches in diameter, forecasters said.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 6:07 p.m. Dallas County severe thunderstorm warning<\/p>\n The national weather service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Dallas County, including Garland, Dallas and Irving. The warning is expected to last until 7 p.m.<\/p>\n Forecasters said the storm could bring quarter-sized hail and winds of up to 60 mph.<\/p>\n 5:55 p.m. DFW Airport ground stop extension<\/p>\n DFW International Airport’s ground stop has been extended to 6:30 p.m.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Dallas Love Field flights remain under a departure delay of about 60 minutes due to thunderstorms, according to the FAA website.<\/p>\n 5:40\u00a0p.m. What to know about hail, how to protect yourself<\/p>\n As storms move through North Texas with a chance for softball-sized hail, here’s what to know to stay safe:<\/p>\n Hail<\/a> forms when a raindrop is carried by a thunderstorm updraft to an extremely cold part of the atmosphere. It grows in size as other liquid water droplets collide with the hail and freeze onto the surface, according to the National Severe Storms Laboratory.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n When the updraft can no longer support the weight of the hail or the gust weakens, the hailstones will be dropped from the sky. The stones must be at least 0.2 inches to be classified as hail, and to be considered severe, hailstones must be at least one inch in diameter.<\/p>\n RELATED: Here’s where hail fell the most during last weekend’s storms<\/a><\/p>\n Here are a few things to keep in mind.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re outside when a hailstorm strikes, it\u2019s important to seek immediate shelter, the U.S. Forest Service<\/a> said. If it\u2019s not possible to protect your entire body, focus on the head. Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 5:35\u00a0p.m. Over 500 flights delayed at DFW Airport<\/p>\n According to FlightAware data, over 500 flights were delayed and about 300 flights were canceled at DFW International Airport.<\/p>\n Departure delays at DFW and Dallas Love Field airports have also been extended to about 60 minutes.<\/p>\n 5:15\u00a0p.m. Warnings canceled<\/p>\n The tornado warning for east central Palo Pinto county was canceled about 5:15 p.m.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n The severe thunderstorm warning for northeastern Parker County was also canceled, according to the weather service.<\/p>\n 5:10\u00a0p.m. Tornado warning in Palo Pinto, Parker counties<\/p>\n Central Parker and east central Palo Pinto counties were placed under a tornado warning. A severe thunderstorm capable of producing a\u00a0 The warning is expected to last until 5:45 p.m., according the weather service.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 4:55\u00a0p.m. Severe thunderstorm warning in Tarrant, Denton, other counties<\/p>\n The weather service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the following counties until 5:30 p.m.<\/p>\n Southwestern Wise County Severe thunderstorms warnings were also issued for\u00a0Tarrant County and southwestern Denton County until 6 p.m.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 4:40\u00a0p.m. Tornado warnings in Wise, Parker counties<\/p>\n Parts of Wise and Parker counties were placed under a tornado warning that is expected to last until 5 p.m., according to the weather service.<\/p>\n Forecasters said golf ball-sized hail is possible.<\/p>\n 4:30\u00a0p.m. Airport ground stop, departure delays<\/p>\n Both DFW International and Dallas Love Field airports are under a departure delays\u00a0due to thunderstorms, according to the Federal Aviation Administration website.\u00a0<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n DFW Airport’s delay is about 45 minutes while Love Field’s delay sits at 30 minutes, according to the website.<\/p>\n DFW Airport is also under a ground stop affecting departures until 6\u00a0p.m., with a 30% to 60% chance of extension.<\/p>\n 3:55\u00a0p.m. Tornado warnings canceled, severe thunderstorm issued<\/p>\n The tornado warnings for Cook, Montague and Wise counties have been canceled.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n The weather service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Palo Pinto and Young counties until 4:45\u00a0p.m and Jack and Wise counties until 5 p.m. Jack County’s tornado warning is expected to end at 4\u00a0p.m.<\/p>\n 3:50\u00a0p.m. Tornado watch vs. warning<\/p>\n There’s a distinct difference between the two advisories<\/a>: while a tornado watch warns of conditions that are favorable for the formation of a tornado, a warning is a much more urgent advisory that requires people living in the affected area to seek immediate shelter.<\/p>\n Tornado watches can be expansive, covering many counties and even crossing state borders, while warnings cover much smaller areas and indicate a tornado has been spotted by radar.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Here’s what to do if an advisory is issued in your area.<\/p>\n If you’re at home, identify a safe place without windows, such as a basement, bathroom or other interior room. 3:00 p.m. Tornado warning in Wise, Montague, Jack counties<\/p>\n The weather service issued a tornado warning<\/a> for southwestern Montague County, northwestern Wise County and after weather spotters confirmed a\u00a0tornado moving through Newport, 8 miles west of Bowie, at about 45 mph.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n A warning has also been issued for southwestern Cooke County and northeastern Jack County.<\/p>\n RELATED: What should you do in the aftermath of a severe storm?<\/a><\/p>\n Locations that could be impacted include Bowie, Chico, Sunset, Fruitland, Park Springs and Crafton.<\/p>\n The warning lasts until 4 p.m., the weather service said. Flying debris and ping pong size hail could prove dangerous to those outdoors.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n The weather service also issued a severe thunderstorm warning including Decatur, Bridgeport and Bowie until 4 p.m.<\/p>\n Severe threat is increasing across portions of North Texas. Expect additional severe and tornado warnings to be issued soon. pic.twitter.com\/1UIRt0l70L<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NWS Fort Worth (@NWSFortWorth) April 28, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n 2:55\u00a0p.m. After-class activities canceled<\/p>\n Arlington, Dallas, Carroll\u00a0and Mesquite independent school districts announced Tuesday afternoon that all after-class activities have been canceled over weather concerns.\u00a0<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Onsite after-school care will continue as scheduled for elementary students, Arlington district officials said, and all campuses will dismiss at their normal times. After-school programs will remain open for Carroll\u00a0schools until parents are able to pick up their children.<\/p>\n Dallas district officials said a decision regarding the cancellation of UIL baseball, softball and track and field will be made later today<\/a>. Carrollton officials\u00a0after-school programs will remain open until parents are able to pick up<\/a> their children.<\/p>\n 1:40\u00a0p.m. End of week storms expected<\/p>\n Another storm system is expected to bring widespread rain to North Texas later this week.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n According to the weather service, while isolated storms are possible, severe weather is not expected.<\/p>\n The region is, however, in for heavy rainfall, especially on Friday. Some areas could see 2 to 3 inches of rain.<\/p>\n \u201cFortunately, things dry out this weekend with below average highs ranging from the upper 60s into the mid 70s,\u201d the forecast reads.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Driving tips for when it’s storming<\/p>\n If you’re planning on traveling on wet roads, there are some safety tips<\/a> you can use to stay safe in the case of heavy rain or any flash flooding.<\/p>\n Make sure your car is equipped for the rain. Ensure your tires have enough pressure and your windshield wipers are functioning properly. They may need to be replaced. Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n What to do when you hear a weather siren<\/p>\n By signing up, you agree to our Terms Of Use<\/a> and acknowledge that your information will be used as described in our Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nIf you\u2019re driving, the forest service recommends pulling over, waiting inside the car and avoiding parking near large trees or under overpasses. It also recommends getting on the floor or backseat of the vehicle face down to avoid getting hit by broken glass.
\nA garage is the best way to protect a car against hail, but thick blankets or mats can help soften the landing if covered parking isn\u2019t available.<\/p>\n
tornado was located 4 miles north of Mineral Wells, according to the National Weather Service’s Fort Worth office.<\/p>\n
\nSouthern Jack County
\nNorthern Parker County\u00a0
\nNortheastern Stephens County
\nNorthern Palo Pinto County
\nSoutheastern Young County<\/p>\n
\nIf you’re at work or school during a warning, avoid large rooms such as gymnasiums and cafeterias and follow whichever protocols are set in place by your school or employer.
\nIf a warning is issued while you’re outdoors, get inside a strong, sturdy building immediately. Sheds and storage facilities are not strong enough to withstand a possible tornado, and neither are tents or mobile homes.<\/p>\n
\nDon’t use cruise control. It’s more likely to lose control of your car when using this feature when it’s raining.
\nDrive in the tracks of the vehicle in front of you.
\nDrive slow. Avoid hard braking and turning sharply in order to maintain traction on the road.
\nDon’t panic if your vehicle starts to skid. Instead, ease off the gas pedal and continue to steer the car in the direction you want to go. Avoid slamming on the brakes.
\nDon’t ignore the flooded roadway signs. If you drive around them, you could be fined up to $2,000 and\/or up to 180 days in jail. Additionally, tampering with signs can cost you up to $1,000 and\/or up to two years in jail.<\/p>\n![\"image\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1775059158_807_rawImage.jpg\" "\\"#\\"")
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