Severe thunderstorms disrupt holiday travel in Texas and Louisiana

nydailynews.com

Severe thunderstorms are affecting Texas, Louisiana, and Arkansas, with warnings for high winds, hail, and possible tornadoes. The National Weather Service has issued alerts as a storm system moves through the Gulf of Mexico. More than 100 flights were delayed and dozens canceled at Dallas and Houston airports due to the storms. Texas Governor Greg Abbott activated emergency resources in response to the severe weather threat. The most significant risks are expected in areas east of Dallas, particularly between Houston and parts of Louisiana and Arkansas. Wind gusts could reach 60 to 80 mph, with hail potentially exceeding one inch.


With a significance score of 3.1, this news ranks in the top 21% of today's 17804 analyzed articles.

Get summaries of news with significance over 5.5 (usually ~10 stories per week). Read by 9000 minimalists.