DFW Winter Storm: Dangerous Cold, Icy Roads, and Record Lows Expected

Current Winter Storm Conditions

• ❄️ DFW is currently at 14 degrees with a wind chill of 4 degrees below zero.
• ✈️ The ground stop at DFW has been lifted, but numerous flight cancellations and delays are expected to continue.
• 🧊 Widespread 1 to 3 inches of sleet accumulation and a glaze of ice, up to a quarter to half an inch in some areas, are impacting roads.
• ⚠️ Parts of Kaufman County are reporting nearly an inch of ice, contributing to slick road conditions.

Expected Weather Impacts

• 🥶 Record-low temperatures are forecast for Sunday and Monday mornings, with lows near 9 degrees and wind chills of 5 to 10 degrees below zero.
• 📉 The forecast high for Monday is 28 degrees, and for Tuesday morning, the low is expected to be 12 degrees, with wind chills remaining dangerously low.
• ⏳ The region is expected to remain at or below freezing for approximately 79 hours, though this is significantly less than the record of 295 hours set in 1983.

Comparison to Past Events

• ⚡ This winter event is described as nasty but not expected to be as severe as the February 2021 event that caused widespread power outages and fatalities.
• 🌡️ While temperatures will eventually rise into the 50s in early February, they will still be cooler than normal.

Broader Storm Scope

• 🌎 This storm is impacting approximately 40 states, stretching about 2,300 miles in length, causing significant delays and cancellations across the country.
• 🚗 Drivers are advised to be cautious due to slick roads, and travelers should call ahead to airlines regarding potential flight disruptions.