Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for North Texas as Storms Hit Region A powerful storm system brought severe thunderstorms and heavy rain to North Texas on Saturday, prompting a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the region. The National Weather Service issued the watch, which is in effect until 10pm CT tonight. The storms rolled into the area around mid-morning, bringing strong winds, heavy rain and hail with them. According to reports from the weather service, multiple tornadoes touched down across the region, causing significant damage and disruptions. Residents of Dallas and surrounding areas reported hearing loud thunderstorms and seeing flashes of lightning throughout the day. The storms also brought heavy rain, with some areas receiving over an inch of precipitation in just a few hours. As the storms moved through the area, emergency management officials scrambled to respond to reports of damage and injuries. According to authorities, several buildings were damaged by hail and wind, while others suffered roof collapses due to the strong winds. The Severe Thunderstorm Watch includes Dallas, Denton, Collin, Grayson, Fannin, Hunt, Rains, Rockwall, Kaufman, Ellis, Navarro, Henderson, Anderson, and Lamar counties. The watch was issued in response to a powerful storm system that is expected to continue bringing severe weather into the region throughout the weekend. Residents are advised to stay indoors and away from windows until the storms pass. The National Weather Service advises those in the affected areas to monitor local news and weather...#Hunt #Dallas #National_Weather_Service #North_Texas #Denton #Henderson #Collin #Grayson #Fannin #Rains #Rockwall #Kaufman #Ellis #Navarro #Anderson #Lamar
