The Brief
- An Arctic cold front will bring a wintry mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain to North Texas starting Friday afternoon, with the heaviest impacts expected in the Dallas-Fort Worth area by 9 p.m.
- Temperatures will plummet into the 20s Friday night and are expected to remain below freezing through Sunday afternoon, potentially causing power outages and slick roads.
- Residents are urged to protect the “4 Ps”: people, pets, pipes and plants. Also, avoid driving if roads become icy during the storm.
DALLAS – North Texas faces an active weather pattern through the end of the week. Residents should prepare for significant travel impacts as rain, ice, sleet and snow are all possible, with temperatures expected to remain below freezing through the weekend.
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Tuesday Forecast
What we know:
After a cold start in the 20s, light south winds and afternoon sun will help temperatures climb back to the mid-50s. Clouds will increase ahead of the next disturbance.
While a few showers are possible late Tuesday night, coverage will increase Wednesday, particularly from the DFW area to the south and east.
7-Day Forecast: Arctic Blast Arrives
The National Weather Service warns of hazardous travel, potential power outages and extreme cold this weekend. An incoming cold front will bring rain late in the work week before an Arctic air mass heads into the area. …