North Texas’ unusually long dry spell neared record territory before finally getting a little relief on Monday.
Here’s what to know
Before thunderstorms moved across North Texas on Monday evening, Dallas-Fort Worth had logged 67 straight days without measurable rain at its main gauge, as The Dallas Morning News and FOX 4 reported. It remained uncertain whether the official reading would finally move above zero.
The National Weather Service reported thunderstorms for parts of North Texas, including Grayson and Fannin counties, on Monday. NWS said the most intense hail signature was centered over Howe as the storm moved northeast at about 5 mph.
Elsewhere in the region over recent days, residents dealt with heavy rain, lightning, and gusty winds as additional thunderstorms developed. Arlington airport logged a 44 mph wind gust shortly before 5 p.m…