Tarrant County Emergency Management

10/21/2026

10/16/2026

Radar Update – 7:20 PM | October 15, 2026

A strong thunderstorm is affecting portions of southeastern Parker, northeastern Johnson, and southern Tarrant counties through approximately 8:15 PM. As of 7:08 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong storm near Benbrook moving east at 20 mph.

Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph
Source: Radar indicated
Impact: Gusty winds may break tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.

We also continue to monitor the potential for additional gusty winds as this system moves through. The good news—fall-like conditions are on the way very soon.

Please stay weather aware and consider signing up for Tarrant Ready alerts to receive timely updates.
https://www.tarrantcountytx.gov/en/emergency-management/emergency-notifications.html

10/13/2026

🔥Tarrant County Commissioners Court has rescinded the burn ban within the county and you are now permitted to burn. Residents are still required to follow the state guidelines for outdoor burning and to contact Tarrant County Regional Communications to log your burn at 817.232.9800

Stay safe.

10/02/2026

[Friday 10/2, 12:45PM]: Scattered showers will continue to weaken across the area today before a cold front slides east. Locally heavy rainfall and isolated flash flooding is possible for parts of CTX that have already seen 3-4" fall in the last 48 hours. Highs will peak in the upper 70's.

10/01/2026

The Flood Watch remains in effect through Friday morning and has been expanded into portions of eastern North Texas. Additional rainfall totals between 1 and 3 inches of rain are expected with isolated higher amounts up to 4 inches through Friday.

10/01/2026

A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for northwestern Dallas County, Denton County, and Tarrant County until 10:30 AM CDT. As of 7:24 AM, thunderstorms producing intense rainfall have already dropped up to 2 inches of rain, with rates of 2–3 inches per hour expected. Flash flooding is ongoing or imminent.

Flood impacts include rapid flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets, underpasses, and other low‑lying or poorly drained locations. Major affected communities include Fort Worth, Arlington, Irving, Grand Prairie, Carrollton, Frisco, Denton, Lewisville, and surrounding cities.

Several major highways may experience hazardous flooding, including portions of I‑35E, I‑35W, I‑35, I‑20, and I‑30.

Residents and commuters in the affected region should exercise extreme caution, avoid flooded roadways, and monitor local emergency alerts.

09/30/2026

A Flood Watch is in effect for Tarrant County. Heavy rainfall and flooding are possible over the next several days. Stay weather aware and be prepared for changing conditions.

Sign up for Tarrant Ready alerts at www.tarrantcountytx.gov/tarrantready

09/29/2026

A slow‑moving storm system will bring widespread showers and storms from Wednesday through Thursday night. Severe storms are possible Wednesday evening, with damaging winds and hail as the main threats. Rainfall totals of 2–4 inches are expected, with isolated amounts up to 6 inches that could cause flooding.

A Flood Watch is in effect east of I‑35 through 7 AM Friday.

US National Weather Service Fort Worth Texas

09/29/2026

Americans stand ready to help, and you can too.

Tarrant County’s Medical Reserve Corps welcomes volunteers from all backgrounds. No medical or first responder experience needed. Our local heroes don’t need capes, just heart.

If you are 18 or older, willing to complete a background check, and passionate about serving your community, you can join us. Volunteers support community events, public health activities, disaster exercises, and more.

Visit bealocalhero.org for more information and click the Volunteer Portal to register.

09/28/2026

Our friends at the US National Weather Service Fort Worth Texas report increasing confidence that deeper moisture and an incoming upper‑level system will bring widespread rainfall and localized flash flooding to North and Central Texas on Wednesday and Thursday.

At this time, the heaviest rainfall is expected Wednesday night into Thursday morning.

Stay weather‑aware, and be sure to check back for updates as we get closer to the event! 🌧️⚠️