Early morning storms roll through North Texas with wind and water risks

Texas woke up to some rough weather Friday morning as fast-moving storms swept through the northern part of the state. Since the sun barely peeked over the horizon, strong winds have been knocking branches loose in several counties. The areas under notice include Collin, Denton, Grayson, and Cooke, where gusts could reach speeds high enough to snap medium-sized tree limbs and maybe even topple smaller trees. While everyone was still finishing breakfast or checking phones, the National Weather Service issued another heads-up farther west. In Montague, Wise, Jack, Palo Pinto, and Parker Counties, heavy rain could pile up quickly. Homeowners were advised that if water starts gathering in low spots, a quick trip to higher ground might be needed. The service set this warning to expire early, so there is a small window for things to settle down.Storm experts had already flagged a slight risk for severe weather, placing the region under a level 1 category for potential damage. Instead of focusing on tornadoes or large hail, the biggest concern here is the wind itself. Strong gusts can strip shingles off roofs, send unsecured yard items flying, and even interrupt power lines that haven’t been buried underground. The Storm Prediction Center keeps these risk levels low most days, but any breeze above 50 mph can still cause real trouble.