On Thursday, a line of thunderstorms swept across parts of Texas, causing flight delays and cancellations due to the severe weather conditions. The National Weather Service had issued warnings of high winds, hail, and possible tornadoes in the region.
At Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, nearly 90 flights were delayed and over two dozen were canceled early in the day. Similar disruptions were reported at Dallas' Love Field and George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, as per FlightAware, an aviation tracking company.
The most significant weather risks were anticipated in a region east of Dallas, extending between Houston and parts of southern Arkansas, as well as western and northern Louisiana. A meteorologist from the National Weather Service's Weather Prediction Center highlighted the potential for tornadoes but emphasized that the primary concerns were high winds and large hail.
Wind gusts of 60 to 80 mph (96 to 128 kph) were expected, along with hailstones measuring at least one inch (2.5 centimeters) in diameter. The storms were projected to move towards southern Arkansas and western and northern Louisiana during the evening, posing a hazardous situation for holiday travelers.
The meteorologist expressed concerns about reduced visibility after dark, which could make travelers less aware of the severe weather conditions. He urged caution and vigilance among individuals navigating through the affected areas.
