According to records, the largest tornado in the Orem area was an F1 in 1966 that caused 0 Tornadoes rip through Texas, Louisiana as storm system brings snow and rain to Northeast 02:19. In the little shopping strip off West Eldorado Parkway, the La Azteca Meat Market appeared to get the worst of it. La Azteca store in Little Elm suffers storm damage, Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. Click here for a full updated list. Little Elm, TX Weather Conditions star_ratehome. If you forget it, you'll be able to recover it using your email address. WebLittle Elm, TX Weather Advisories - Warnings & Watches | AccuWeather Today Hourly Daily Radar MinuteCast Monthly Air Quality Health & Activities Little Elm Alerts 0 Active NO Severe weather sirens sounded in many of the Star Local Media communities early Thursday evening, as wind gusts as high as 70 miles per hour blew through North Texas. A tornado formed Thursday in Weatherford as severe storms pummeled North Texas with heavy winds, rain and hail, local police said. Winds between 20 and 30 mph and gusts up to 45 mph are expected throughout North Texas, the forecast says. juan.betancourt@dentonrc.com, Beth Maries has churned up a new flavor, North of Ordinary, to represent Denton, Denton man sentenced to life in prison for murder of 7-year-old boy, By John Fields A Dallas-Fire Rescue spokesman said the department responded to two high-water incidents, four automatic fire alarms and 76 utility wires or transformers calls. The front of a building in Little Elm, Texas collapsed and fell on cars amid a storm on Thursday, March 2, 2023. Another truck was jackknifed near I-20 and Bonnie View Road in southeast Oak Cliff. An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. Keep it Clean. 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Tornadoes touched down in Texas and Louisiana as a powerful storm system that dumped heavy snow in Californiapushed through the Southern Plains and into the Deep South on Thursday, knocking out power to hundreds of thousands of people at one point and forcing the cancellation of hundreds of flights into and out of the Dallas area. Winds light and variable.. Clear skies. Mass Notification through phone and email, TV/Radio Stations (primarily for winter weather). The weather service reminded people to secure outdoor objects and drive cautiously. We're always interested in hearing about news in our community. Tornado WARNING DURING BUS ROUTES if a tornado warning is issued during a bus route, the bus will go directly to the nearest predetermined safe location and shelter the students in a safe place. Don't knowingly lie about anyone Success! Get the latest Mesquite sports delivered to your inbox every week. The district said its closing schools Friday because of the damages, power outages and debris on the roads. In Dallas, tornado sirens gave way to dark storm clouds, high winds and jolting lightning about 6:30 p.m. Gusts of more than 70 mph were recorded at DFW International Airport, and an unconfirmed tornado was detected by radar in the southern part of Dallas County, where a warning had been issued, according to the weather service. Videos and images shared online captured the destruction even as the system was still moving through North Texas. Only minor injuries were reported, police said. If you forget it, you'll be able to recover it using your email address. Get exclusive, in-depth coverage of the University of North Texas athletics teams in this weekly newsletter. WebCurrent and future radar maps for assessing areas of precipitation, type, and intensity. Please enter valid email address to continue. Twenty seconds later, it was gone. Little Elm 2023 Hail Summary. Humidity 65%. Those venues are contacted and updated by 6 a.m. After school and evening activities: If we do not have school, the assumption will be that we will not hold after-school or evening activities unless otherwise communicated. The owner of the La Azteca Meat Market in Little Elm arrived Thursday night to see significant storm damage to his store. Possible tornadoes reported after line of fast-moving storms blazes through North Texas, events in the region were canceled or rescheduled, Thursdays thunderstorms bring risk of tornadoes to North Texas. Please DO NOT interfere with the operation of school personnel, you will put their lives in danger. No one was injured. -Have an emergency supply kit for you and your family. Get the latest sports from The Colony delivered to your inbox every week. A strong line of thunderstorms moved through the DFW area brining strong winds and heavy rain Thursday, March 2, 2023. Staff Writer Today's Storm Risk is Level 4, Moderate' What Does That Mean? Be Truthful. By Brooke Colombo Don't Threaten. Raised in Columbus, she's a graduate of Ohio University, where she studied journalism. Error! Get the latest, most up-to-date breaking news in your inbox. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. Have the latest local pro sports news delivered every morning so you don't miss out on updates. No other significant damage has been reported to the town as a result of this storm, said Erin Mudie, Managing Director of Marketing and Communication for the Town of Little Elm. Similar warnings for "destructive" winds up to 80 mph were issued just after 6 p.m. for Dallas and Collin counties. Every Wednesday morning, get the week's top crime stories in Denton from the Blotter in your inbox. By signing up you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, Stand with us in our mission to discover and uncover the story of North Texas. An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. A propane tank also exploded. 9:11 PM on Mar 2, 2023 CST Updated at 9:24 PM on Mar 2, 2023 CST. Get the latest Lewisville sports delivered to your inbox every week. All rights reserved, Severe Storms Bring Tornadoes, Hurricane-Force Winds and Hail to Dallas-Fort Worth on Thursday, Baby, Woman Rescued From Flash Flooding in Denton County, 3 Children Killed, 2 Wounded in Ellis County Home; 1 in Custody: Sheriff, Texas House Plans to Pass Largest Property Tax Decrease Ever,' Speaker Phelan Says, Actor Tom Sizemore, of Saving Private Ryan,' Dies at 61. Storms eased about 8 p.m. as the system shifted eastward; however, a tornado watch was in effect until 10 p.m. for most of North Texas, including Dallas, Collin, Tarrant and Denton counties. 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When it comes to fixing and cleaning the area, the town will handle debris and damage in town-owned or maintained areas by removing tree limbs, trash, and more. [1/6] As a line of powerful thunderstorms rolled through Little Elm, Texas, the roof of the La Azteca grocery store on W. Eldorado Parkway peeled off and landed on a half Have the latest local news delivered every afternoon so you don't miss out on updates. Staff Writer In Little Elm, the facade of a La Azteca Meat Market collapsed on the sidewalk and parked cars below, and strong winds tore through docks along Lewisville Lake. This is the disclaimer text. A powerful, fast-moving line of thunderstorms and possible tornadoes battered Dallas-Fort Worth on Thursday, leaving toppled trees, damaged businesses and hundreds of thousands without power in its wake. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. "Lots of structural damage, fallen trees, and downed power lines," the office said. Damage at new homes in North Richland Hills on March 2. Was there a tornado in Dallas last night? Several school districts in the Dallas-Fort Worth area canceled after-school activities and events because of the forecast. WebHazards. A cemetery posted a personal ad for a goose whose mate died. Is North Texas still in a drought after recent thunderstorms? From snow to 100-degree heat, we've got you covered. Copyright 2023 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. And this was damage in North Richland Hills, CBS Texas said: In Louisiana, a tornado touched down near Louisiana State University in Shreveport. Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. Be aware of the hazards that can affect you, your family, and your property. Low 44F. from THU 9:26 PM CST until THU 10:30 PM CST, Freestone County, Anderson County. 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When the threat of inclement weather exists, LEISD officials will drive the roads beginning at 4:30 a.m. to make a decision by 5:30 a.m. We also partner with the Town of Little Elm safety officials to monitor road and weather conditions/updates. This is the name that will be displayed next to your photo for comments, blog posts, and more. PO Box 6000, 400 Lobo LaneLittle Elm, TX 75068. Servando Salazar recorded large flashes of light that appeared to be exploding transformers near downtown Dallas from his apartment building near Klyde Warren Park about 6:30 p.m. and posted a video to Twitter. No injuries were reported as of Thursday night. Fridays temperature is expected to reach just 62 degrees, with highs in the low 70s Saturday and Sunday.