From FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth · Ali Turiano · · 1m 10s
Dallas ends 67-day dry streak with severe storms
North Texas finally gets rain after its second-longest drought on record.
In brief
North Texas finally gets rain after its second-longest drought on record. Dallas-Fort Worth broke a 67-day dry streak on Monday night when severe thunderstorms brought measurable rain to the region for the first time since mid-July. Originally reported by FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth.
Second-longest dry streak ends
Dallas-Fort Worth went 67 consecutive days without measurable rain, tying the second-longest drought in North Texas history. Severe storms finally broke the streak on Monday night.
“The 67 days without measurable rain at DFW Airport is the second-longest streak in North Texas' recorded history.”
Severe storms hit Tarrant County
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning swept through Tarrant County from 7:15 to 8 p.m., bringing dime-sized hail to areas like Keller and ending the dry spell.
“FOX 4 viewers in Keller reported dime-sized hail during the warning.”
First rain since July 15
DFW Airport recorded its first measurable rain since July 15 on Monday evening, with point-zero-one inches falling around 8:05 p.m.
“The airport recorded its first measurable rain since July 15 on Monday evening.”
Drier weather returns this week
High pressure will build into the region after Tuesday, clearing rain chances for the rest of the work week. Highs will stay in the low to mid-90s with comfortable morning temperatures in the low 70s.
State Fair weekend brings heat
The State Fair of Texas kicks off under high heat this weekend. Additional thunderstorm chances may arrive late Sunday as another front approaches the area.
What it means
Dallas-Fort Worth broke a 67-day dry streak on Monday night when severe thunderstorms brought measurable rain to the region for the first time since mid-July.
