URGENT UPDATE: A significant cold front swept through North Texas on Thursday, January 25, 2024, plunging temperatures across the region. Early morning lows dipped below freezing, with Possum Kingdom Lake reporting a frigid 29 degrees and Dallas reaching just 34 degrees. The biting wind has pushed wind chill factors into the 20s, causing some areas to feel as cold as the upper teens.
Travelers should prepare for adverse conditions as the cold front brings lingering clouds and possible isolated showers into the weekend. While North Texas is not expected to face major issues, the eastern U.S. is bracing for significant travel impacts, with rain transitioning to sleet and snow across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast regions.
Forecasters indicate a gradual warming trend beginning Tuesday, with temperatures climbing to the 50s. By Wednesday, highs could approach 60 degrees, providing a brief respite from the cold. However, another robust weather system is anticipated to arrive on Thursday, potentially bringing widespread rain and thunderstorms before conditions dry out by Friday.
The current cold snap has created an urgent need for residents to dress warmly and remain vigilant, particularly those with outdoor plans. Officials are advising the public to stay updated on weather conditions as fluctuations in temperature can lead to unexpected weather patterns.
As we move into the weekend, forecasts suggest calmer weather with temperatures returning to near-normal levels. Stay tuned for updates as this developing situation unfolds, and prepare for a significant temperature shift after this cold spell.
