Dallas, Texas – A high-impact winter storm is expected to create dangerous conditions across North Texas beginning Friday evening, with ice posing the greatest threat to travel and power infrastructure through Sunday midday.
According to the National Weather Service in Fort Worth, a Winter Storm Warning remains in effect from 6 p.m. Friday until noon Sunday for much of North Texas, including the entire Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex and counties extending north to the Red River. The storm is expected to produce a mix of sleet and snow totaling 1 to 4 inches for most areas, with localized amounts near 5 inches possible close to the Red River. Ice accumulations between one-quarter and one-half of an inch are expected, increasing the risk of widespread impacts.
At the state and regional level, ice accumulation combined with strong winds may down trees and power lines, leading to sporadic to potentially widespread power outages. TxDOT officials warn that roads could become nearly impassable, especially bridges and elevated highways along Interstate 20, Interstate 30, Interstate 35, U.S. 75, and Loop 820.
Within the Dallas–Fort Worth area, cities including Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Plano, Denton, McKinney, Frisco, Garland, and Weatherford should prepare for prolonged hazardous conditions. Emergency managers urge residents to delay all non-essential travel, charge electronic devices, and have flashlights, food, and water ready in case outages occur.
The Winter Storm Warning remains in effect through noon Sunday, with gradual improvement expected afterward. Residents should continue monitoring local alerts and check road conditions at DriveTexas.org before attempting any travel.
