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www.cbsnews.comHere’s the latest on WFAA weather right now.
- WFAA (Dallas–Fort Worth) is actively covering a major winter storm setup across North Texas, with updates noting a transition from cold rain to a wintry mix (including freezing rain and sleet) and potential snow, depending on timing and temperatures. This has led to ongoing weather alerts and warnings through the weekend in many North Texas counties.[2][3]
- The National Weather Service Fort Worth/Dallas office is providing official outlooks, watches, and warnings for the region, including timing windows and potential impacts such as slick roads, power outages, and very cold temperatures in the wake of the storm.[4]
Key points to watch
- Timing: The most critical window is Friday afternoon through Monday morning, with several updates suggesting rain giving way to freezing rain and sleet, and possible snow flurries as colder air settles in.[3][2]
- Impacts: Slick roadways, ice accumulations, wind chills well below freezing, and potential power interruptions in hard-hit areas are possible, so plan for travel delays and safety precautions.[2][3]
- How to stay informed: View WFAA weather updates and live streams for real-time radar and forecasts, and monitor your local alerts for your exact county in North Texas.[5][3]
Illustration
- For a visual of the storm path and radar trends, WFAA’s live radar and forecast feeds are recommended sources to follow during the event window.[5]
Citations
- WFAA weather coverage and the winter storm timeline in North Texas.[3][2]
- Official forecasts and watches from the NWS Fort Worth/Dallas.[4]
- WFAA streaming and radar updates for live tracking.[3][5]