Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Northwestern Van Zandt County, Texas

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for northwestern Van Zandt County in north central Texas. The alert was issued at 8:56 PM CST and remains in effect until 9:45 PM CST.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts northwestern Van Zandt County. Key locations in the path of the storm include:

• Edgewood: Expected around 9:05 PM CST
• Wills Point: Expected around 9:10 PM CST
• Fruitvale: Expected around 9:30 PM CST
• Myrtle Springs
• Interstate 20: Between mile markers 514 and 529

What You Should Do

For your protection, get inside a sturdy structure and stay away from windows. Residents in the warning area should seek shelter immediately to avoid potential injury from wind or hail.

Expected Conditions

At 8:56 PM CST, radar indicated a severe thunderstorm located near Edgewood or Wills Point, moving northeast at 10 mph. The following hazards are expected:

• Wind: Gusts up to 60 mph, which may cause damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
• Hail: Quarter-size hail (1.00 inch), which is expected to cause damage to vehicles.

Timeline

The warning is effective immediately as of 8:56 PM CST and is scheduled to expire at 9:45 PM CST on March 4, 2026.