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Storm Chaser Jason Gentry, Fort Worth, TX (2025)

08/06/2025

Checking out Hideaway Pizza off Alliance in Fort Worth! Great place for awesome pizza.

08/04/2025

🔥 Texas Heat is Back! 🔥

Get ready, North and Central Texas — the hot and dry weather returns this week with highs ranging from the low 90s to 103°F and heat index values soaring to 108°F! 😓

🌡️ Forecast Breakdown:

Dallas/Fort Worth: Heating up fast — 93° Tue to 99° Thu/Fri

Waco/Temple/Killeen: Steady climb from 93° Tue to 98° Fri

Sherman/Denison: Near triple digits by the weekend!

💧 Stay Safe Tips:

Hydrate before you're thirsty

Wear light, breathable clothing

Take breaks in shade or A/C

Avoid outdoor activity from 10 AM–4 PM

⚠️ It's going to be a scorcher — plan accordingly and keep cool, Texas!

08/04/2025

The strong MCS that tore through the region just before rush hour has finally moved out — and we’re officially in the clear! 💨🌪️

We’re seeing reports of everything from powerful wind gusts to some minor damage in a few spots. If you caught the storm on camera or noticed any damage nearby, drop your photos and stories in the comments below — we want to see what you experienced! 📸👇

Stay safe out there, and thanks for keeping the community informed!

08/04/2025

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Fort Worth TX
525 AM CDT Mon Aug 4 2025

The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Johnson County in north central Texas... Southern Tarrant County in north central Texas... Northern Hill County in central Texas... Ellis County in north central Texas... Southern Dallas County in north central Texas...

* Until 630 AM CDT.

* At 525 AM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Wilmer to near Midlothian to near Godley, moving southeast at 35 mph.

HAZARD...65 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Severe thunderstorms will be near... Burleson, Waxahachie, Cleburne, Midlothian, Red Oak, Keene, Joshua, Alvarado, Venus, and Ferris around 530 AM CDT. Ennis, Palmer, and Maypearl around 535 AM CDT. Grandview and Bardwell Lake around 545 AM CDT. Bardwell around 550 AM CDT. Italy and Alma around 555 AM CDT. Itasca and Covington around 600 AM CDT. Carl's Corner around 610 AM CDT.

Other locations impacted by these severe thunderstorms include Avalon, Joe Pool Lake, Mountain Creek Lake, Rockett, Egan, Osceola, Howard, Bristol, Pecan Hill, and Boyce.

This includes the following highways... Interstate 35W between mile markers 2 and 47. Interstate 35E between mile markers 372 and 425. Interstate 20 between mile markers 428 and 476. Interstate 45 between mile markers 244 and 282.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection get inside a sturdy structure and stay away from windows.

Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms. Move indoors immediately. Lightning can kill.

Heavy rainfall is occurring with these storms, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.

08/04/2025

🌴 Tropics Heating Up – August 3, 2025 🌊

The Atlantic basin is getting active as we head deeper into hurricane season. The latest 7-day outlook from the National Hurricane Center highlights three areas of concern, signaling that the tropics are heating up fast:

🛑 High Formation Risk (Red X) – A disturbance off the U.S. East Coast has a greater than 60% chance of becoming a tropical cyclone. It’s already well-organized and could develop quickly, so residents along the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast coasts should stay alert.

🟡 Moderate Formation Risk (Yellow X) – Another system closer to the Southeast U.S. has a medium chance of development. While less organized, warm waters and favorable conditions could support strengthening this week.

🟠 Low Formation Risk (Orange X) – A tropical wave just emerging off the coast of Africa has a low chance of development in the next couple of days, but a large swath of the Atlantic looks primed for potential growth as it moves westward.

With three active areas being monitored, it’s a clear sign that the heart of hurricane season is approaching. Now’s the time to check your preparedness plans and stay weather-aware. 🌪️📢

📍Updates: www.hurricanes.gov

08/03/2025

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Fort Worth TX
103 PM CDT Sun Aug 3 2025

The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Southeastern Denton County in north central Texas... Eastern Tarrant County in north central Texas... Southwestern Collin County in north central Texas... Northwestern Dallas County in north central Texas...

* Until 200 PM CDT.

* At 103 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Grapevine, moving southeast at 20 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

* This severe thunderstorm will be near... Dallas, Irving, Grapevine, Coppell, Southlake, and DFW Intl Airport around 110 PM CDT. Euless around 115 PM CDT. Grand Prairie around 130 PM CDT. Cockrell Hill around 145 PM CDT.

Other locations impacted by this severe thunderstorm include White Rock Lake, Joe Pool Lake, Mountain Creek Lake, Buckingham, Grapevine Lake, Lewisville Lake, and Westlake.

This includes the following highways... Interstate 35E between mile markers 423 and 454. Interstate 20 between mile markers 451 and 462. Interstate 30 between mile markers 27 and 49. Interstate 45 near mile marker 284.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection get inside a sturdy structure and stay away from windows.

Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm. Move indoors immediately. Lightning can kill.

Heavy rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.

08/02/2025

🌩 Day 3 Severe Weather Outlook – North Texas & Surrounding Areas
📅 Valid: Sunday, August 3rd

The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has placed parts of North Texas under a Marginal Risk (Level 1/5) for severe storms on Sunday. This includes areas from the Red River down into western North Texas and extends northward through western Oklahoma, western Kansas, and into southern Nebraska.

🔸 Threat Breakdown:

⚠️ 5% probability for severe weather — including isolated damaging winds and hail.

⛈ Storms will be scattered and likely pulse in nature, forming during peak afternoon heating.

The setup is driven by modest instability and weak upper-level support, but localized threats remain possible.

🌬️ Key Locations in the Risk Area:

Wichita Falls

Abilene

Lawton

Western DFW suburbs (on the edge)

🌡️ With ongoing heat and high humidity, any storm that does form may produce strong outflow winds — so stay weather-aware, especially if you're planning to be outdoors late Sunday afternoon into the evening.

📢 Heads Up Chasers & Weather Watchers:
This is a classic “low-end but worth watching” summer setup — great for sky watching but stay alert for sudden downbursts and lightning!

📲 Stay tuned to for updates as we get closer!

08/01/2025

🔥 North Texas Heat Safety Awareness
As extreme heat continues across North Texas, it's crucial to stay vigilant wherever you are. Heat-related illnesses can be deadly—but they are 100% preventable. Here's how to stay safe:

🏗️ Job Sites
Stay hydrated with frequent water breaks.

Take rest periods in shaded or air-conditioned areas.

Employers should schedule heavy labor during cooler parts of the day.

🏠 Indoors
Check on vulnerable neighbors—especially the elderly, sick, or those without air conditioning.

Use fans, close blinds, and stay in the coolest part of your home.

🚗 Vehicles
Never leave children or pets in a parked car. Even a few minutes can be deadly.

Look before you lock every single time.

🐕‍🦺 Outdoors
Avoid intense activity during peak heat (10 AM – 6 PM).

Find shade, take breaks often, and drink plenty of water.

Protect pets: keep walks short, and ensure they have shade and water.

✅ Remember:
Heat-related deaths are preventable.
Stay informed. Stay cool. Stay safe.

📍 More info: weather.gov/heat

08/01/2025

🌧️ Rainfall Breakdown Across Texas — What You Should Know

Texas is a state of weather extremes — and rainfall is no exception.

🔹 West Texas:
Dry and dusty, this region sees less than 10 inches of rain per year. Cities like El Paso and Midland lie in arid to semi-arid zones, where drought conditions are more common than rain.

🔹 East Texas:
A completely different world. This region can get over 60 inches annually, thanks to its humid subtropical climate. Areas like Beaumont and Tyler often deal with flash flooding and frequent thunderstorm activity.

🔹 Central Texas:
Caught in the middle, Central Texas (including Austin and Waco) experiences moderate rainfall, averaging 20–35 inches per year. But severe weather can still strike, especially in spring.

🔹 North Texas (for our local followers):
This region, including Dallas–Fort Worth and surrounding areas, typically sees 30–40 inches annually. However, it’s highly variable—some years bring heavy rainfall and flooding, while others end in drought. Spring and early fall are peak rain seasons, often accompanied by severe thunderstorms, hail, and even tornadoes.

📉 Why the Difference?
The geography and prevailing winds play a big role. Moisture from the Gulf of Mexico fuels Eastern Texas rainfall, while West Texas lies in the rain shadow of mountain ranges and lacks those moisture feeds.

07/31/2025

Wow!

07/31/2025

North Texas Weekend Weather Outlook (July 31 - August 2, 2025):

A weak front will stall across the region, bringing increased chances for showers and storms Friday through Sunday. Expect isolated to scattered thunderstorms, with the potential for strong downburst winds and lightning, especially Friday and Saturday.

Although slightly cooler, afternoon highs will still be in the 80s to 90s, with heat indices possibly reaching up to 105°F. Storm chances will be more widespread Friday and Saturday, then become more isolated and location-dependent by Sunday, mainly affecting areas north in the morning and southeast in the afternoon.

Be weather-aware this weekend—localized strong storms are possible.

07/30/2025

🔥 North Texas Heat Advisory – Wednesday Outlook 🔥
Issued: July 29, 2025, | Valid for: Wednesday

🌡️ Scorching Heat Takes Over North Texas!
A Heat Advisory has now been expanded to include all of North Texas, with parts of East Texas still under alert. Temperatures will soar into the triple digits, with heat indices reaching up to 108°F.

🗺️ Forecasted Highs Across the Region:
Graham: 104°F

DFW Metroplex: 103°F

Sherman: 102°F

Paris, Canton, Waco, Palestine: 100°F

Cisco, Killeen: 98°F

⛈️ Slight Storm Chance
There’s a low (20%) chance of storms limited to far East Texas, but don’t count on this for relief.

🔥 What This Means for You:
📍 Dangerous Heat Conditions: Extended exposure can lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
📍 Urban Areas like DFW are particularly at risk due to heat retention from pavement and buildings.

✅ What You Should Do:
💧 Hydrate: Drink plenty of water—even if you're not thirsty.

🏖️ Shade & Rest: Take frequent breaks if you're working or exercising outdoors.

🚗 Protect Kids & Pets: Never leave them in vehicles, not even for a minute.

🌅 Time it Right: Limit outdoor activities to early morning or late evening when it’s cooler.

💬 Bottom Line:
This is not just another hot day—it’s a serious heat risk across North Texas. Stay aware, take it easy outdoors, and check in on neighbors, especially the elderly or vulnerable.

📲 Follow for updates and safety tips as we monitor the evolving heat wave.
Stay safe out there, North Texas! 🔥🧊

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