Severe weather is impacting northwestern Dallas County as the National Weather Service (NWS) issues multiple warnings on Sunday. A Severe Thunderstorm Warning and Special Weather Statement are in effect, with flight delays reported at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) due to a ground stop.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northwestern Dallas County
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for northwestern Dallas County, Texas, as of Sunday afternoon.
110 PM: North Dallas to the Dallas/Tarrant County line have a potential of getting 60 MPH downburst winds, frequent lightning and heavy rain with the storm near DFW. Movement is southeast at 15 MPH. #dfwwx pic.twitter.com/Id4ibm4vjd
— NWS Fort Worth (@NWSFortWorth) August 3, 2025
Areas under immediate threat include:
- Dallas
- Irving
- University Park
- Highland Park
- Dallas Love Field Airport
Additional areas likely affected:
- Joe Pool Lake
- Mountain Creek Lake
- Buckingham
- White Rock Lake
- Grapevine Lake
DFW Airport Ground Stop Due to Severe Weather
A ground stop has been issued at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) due to the incoming storm system. The disruption is causing flight delays across multiple airlines and may continue as the storm moves southeast.
Ground Stop issued by the #FAA at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport due to bad weather.#aviation #thunderstorms #badweather #USAWeather #Texas #Dallas pic.twitter.com/fl2VFruyfw
— The Runway Report (@Runway_Report12) August 3, 2025
Special Weather Statement Expanded to Surrounding Counties
In addition to the thunderstorm warning, the NWS released a Special Weather Statement for a broader area including:
- Dallas
- Tarrant
- Johnson
- Ellis
- Kaufman
- Rockwall
“As of 1:55 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a line of strong thunderstorms stretching from near Sachse to Lake Pat Cleburne, moving southeast at 20 mph,” NWS said.
Areas Forecasted to Be Impacted (By Time)
Around 2:00 PM CDT:
- Dallas
- Garland
- Grand Prairie
- Mesquite
- Mansfield
- Rowlett
- Desoto
- Cedar Hill
- Duncanville
- Rockwall
Around 2:05 PM CDT:
- Balch Springs
- Hutchins
- Heath
- Fate
- Mobile City
Around 2:10 PM CDT:
- Red Oak
- Grandview
- Oak Leaf
Around 2:15 PM CDT:
- Wilmer
Other impacted locations may include:
- Rio Vista
- Parker
- Lake Ray Hubbard
- Joe Pool Lake
- Griffith
- Sand Branch
- Mountain Creek Lake
- Sand Flat
- Egan
- Lillian
Roadways Likely to Be Affected by Storm Conditions
Drivers should use caution on major highways impacted by the storm. The following interstates are expected to experience hazardous conditions:
- I-35W: Between mile markers 15 and 38
- I-35E: Between mile markers 401 and 434
- I-20: Between mile markers 446 and 487
- I-30: Between mile markers 32 and 77
- I-45: Between mile markers 268 and 284
Stay Weather-Aware
Residents across Dallas County and surrounding areas are urged to monitor weather updates, prepare for potential delays, and take shelter during severe conditions.
