North Texas Weather: Heavy Rain, Road Conditions, and Airport Updates

Current Weather Conditions

• 🌧️ Heavy rain is moving through North Texas this morning, with skies described as gray and clouds thick.
• ⚠️ Roads are already wet in many areas, prompting a caution to take it slow when driving.

Radar and Storm Tracking

• 📍 The heaviest rain is currently concentrated in Hunt County, particularly over Greenville.
• ⚡ Another band of heavy rain is moving north into Johnson County, western Ellis County, and Hood County, with significant lightning observed south of the metroplex.
• 🚫 Currently, there are no active watches or warnings in place for severe weather.

Roadway Conditions and Traffic

• 🚗 While some areas like I30 in Dallas show minimal rain, other locations, such as I30 in Rockwall County near Lake Ray Hubbard, have significant ponding and slow traffic due to active construction and heavy rain earlier.
• 🚚 Accidents are reported, including an overturned van (now cleared), an 18-wheeler accident on 635 eastbound at Garland Road, and another 18-wheeler spin-out on 635 westbound at I35E, causing lane closures and traffic delays.
• 🛣️ Roads across the Metroplex remain wet, contributing to slower-than-usual traffic in various spots.

Airport Status

• ✈️ Both Love Field and DFW International airports are under a ground stop until 10 AM.
• ⏳ Love Field is experiencing delays, while DFW is facing a ground delay, with further disruptions possible due to ongoing rain.

Future Forecast

• 🌦️ While much of the current rain is expected to move out in the next couple of hours, there is a potential for strong storms southeast of the area into the afternoon.
• 📱 Residents are advised to stay weather-aware using streaming apps for the latest forecast and alerts.