Severe thunderstorm watch in North Texas until midnight Friday, NWS advises shelter, avoid electrical contact, and flood precautions.
A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for North Texas until midnight on Friday, with the National Weather Service advising individuals to seek shelter indoors during thunderstorms, avoid contact with electrical equipment, and wait 30 minutes after the last lightning or thunder before resuming outdoor activities. The NWS also advises drivers to stay in the middle lanes, avoid flooded roads, and reduce speed during wet weather. Lightning strikes the United States around 25 million times a year, causing 20 fatalities annually.
March 14, 2024
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