Texas storms prompt canceled flights as north-east heatwave comes to a close
Summary
Storms in Texas have caused hundreds of flight cancellations and flash flood warnings, with heavy rain expected through Friday. Meanwhile, a severe heatwave in the northeastern U.S. is ending as storms bring temperatures down sharply after several days of very hot weather.Key Facts
- Nearly 150 flights were canceled or delayed at Dallas Fort Worth airport on Wednesday; about 700 flights were delayed on Tuesday.
- The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a ground stop at Dallas and Love Field airports.
- North Texas expects at least 1 inch of rain from Wednesday to Friday, with some areas possibly receiving 3 to 5 inches.
- Flash flood warnings and a severe thunderstorm watch are in effect for central Texas.
- In the northeast, temperatures in New York City reached around 92°F on Tuesday.
- Storms on Wednesday are expected to drop temperatures from the mid-90s°F to the mid-60s°F in the northeast.
- The region has experienced extreme temperature changes this spring, affecting plants and agriculture.
- Rivers like the Potomac and Shenandoah have record-low water levels, prompting calls for water conservation in Baltimore.
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