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A Gentle Reminder: Prepare For Tonight’s Freezer

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In meteorological circles, North Texas is known as the Super Weather Bowl. And the past couple of weeks have validated that claim. The area has experienced everything from a fierce family of tornadoes to sunshine temperatures in the upper 70s. And now tonight's thermometers are predicted to drop to below freezing that might result in current wet roads becoming icy. With … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Prepare For Tonight’s Freezer

Sunday’s Surprise Storm Brought Trees And Power Down, But Neighbors Rose To The Occasion

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Sunday's devastating storm with its 70 MPH winds brought down trees, power lines and life in general for North Texas. Particularly hard hit was Dallas proper and the Park Cities. For some it was the loss of electricity for a few hours; for others, it's still lights out. From hundreds of stoplights and major retail centers to entire neighborhoods, it's been a rude awakening of … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Surprise Storm Brought Trees And Power Down, But Neighbors Rose To The Occasion

It’s Time To Prepare For The Ups And Downs Of Spring’s Weather Roller Coaster

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When weather guessers predict that “severe weather” is in the future, the responses vary from “So?” to “Big deal.” The reason is that the majority of North Texans have just had a good drenching or been frustrated preparing for a no-show disaster. On the other hand, there are those whose lives have been decimated by “severe weather” including straight-line winds, tornadoes, … [Read more...] about It’s Time To Prepare For The Ups And Downs Of Spring’s Weather Roller Coaster

Beware The Ice Of November

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It's going to be dipping down to below freezing the next couple of nights. This year's chilly weather may seem to be a bit premature. The good news is that it's going to hopefully reduce the bug population. On the other hand, it's going to need to jump-start your winterize thinking. While there is no need to remind anyone about the three P's (pets, pipes, plants), there are … [Read more...] about Beware The Ice Of November

As The Storms Approach North Texas, Weekend Event Changes May Be In The Wind

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Wouldn’t you just know that Mother Nature has invited a cold front from the north to party it up this weekend in North Texas with the two fronts headed up from the south! This new development may have some Friday night event planners rethinking their plans for outdoor activities. If your organization decides to cancel/postpone the evening event, please send word to … [Read more...] about As The Storms Approach North Texas, Weekend Event Changes May Be In The Wind

Weekend Weather May Challenge Fundraising Activities

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According to weather guessers, Friday and Saturday are going to continue to be a rollercoaster of temperatures and conditions. They’re expecting everything but snow. And who knows that may be added to the mix, too. But those folks have been known to be off base. Still it’s April and there are some outdoors fundraisers on the schedule. Check with the organizers and … [Read more...] about Weekend Weather May Challenge Fundraising Activities

Let’s Chill Tuesday Morning

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Tuesday morning is not going to be a flash-back to the 2011 Super Ice Bowl. Tonight weather guessers are suggesting there will be an overnight "dusting" of snow and sleet on North Texas grounds. Why KDFW's Dan Henry, KTVT's Scott Padget, KXAS's Rick Mitchell and WFAA's Pete Delkus still have their jackets on! Chances are kids are going to be so disappointed that it ain’t … [Read more...] about Let’s Chill Tuesday Morning

A Gentle Reminder: Hot Times In The Old Town

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Today is supposed to be the hottest one so far this year. The thermometers should hit 101 degrees around 3, but it's gonna feel like 108. The good news is that the weather guessers are promising a cold front is on its way. Did you get start putting your sundresses in rest mode and reawake those cashmere sweaters? Oops! The guessers' understanding of "cold front" is different … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Hot Times In The Old Town

JUST IN: Late Afternoon Winds, Rain And All That Kind Of Stuff Hit North Texas

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For all those who have fled North Texas and think those left behind are sitting by the pool and ho-humming, rethink. Late this afternoon the area got hit slam-bammed with wind, rain and typical Mother Nature temper tantrum weather. Of course, you're saying, "Whatever," as you slather on some more sunscreen and order another umbrella drink. But you might want to check … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Late Afternoon Winds, Rain And All That Kind Of Stuff Hit North Texas

BEWARE: Mother Nature Has Cooked Up A Weekend Of Weathery Upsy and Downsies

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That Mama Nature is a tricky old gal. She had the weather guessers convinced that she would just snow flurry around this afternoon. And there were all types of impressive maps to back her claim. But then the white stuff started falling. Just one flake made people smile. Then a dozen made folks think how pretty the flurry is. But then the flurry became an afternoon drive-home … [Read more...] about BEWARE: Mother Nature Has Cooked Up A Weekend Of Weathery Upsy and Downsies