Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parker and Palo Pinto Counties in North Central Texas

Weather Alerts high NOAA · · North Central Texas

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of North Central Texas until 9:30 PM CST, citing threats of quarter-size hail and 50 MPH winds.

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for portions of North Central Texas. The alert was issued at 8:51 PM CST following radar detection of a severe storm.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following regions in North Central Texas:

  • Northwestern Parker County
  • Northeastern Palo Pinto County

Specific locations in the path of the storm include Mineral Wells, Cool, and Lake Mineral Wells. Other impacted areas include Poolville, Adell, Whitt, Agnes, Bennett, Advance, Authon, Millsap, Garner, Salesville, and Peadenville.

What You Should Do

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

Expected Conditions

  • Hazards: Quarter-size hail (1.00 inch) and wind gusts up to 50 MPH.
  • Source: Radar indicated.
  • Impact: Damage to vehicles is possible.
  • Movement: As of 8:51 PM CST, the severe thunderstorm was located over Mineral Wells, moving northeast at 35 mph.

Timeline

The Severe Thunderstorm Warning is effective immediately as of 8:51 PM CST and is scheduled to expire at 9:30 PM CST on March 4, 2026.

Source: NOAA Official Notice