Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Wise and Jack Counties in North Central Texas

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Wise County and eastern Jack County in north central Texas. The alert was issued at 8:06 PM CDT following radar-indicated storm activity.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts the following regions:

• Wise County in north central Texas
• Eastern Jack County in north central Texas

Specific locations in the path of the storm include Lake Bridgeport, Bridgeport, Chico, Alvord, Lost Creek Reservoir, Cundiff, Greenwood, Cottondale, Park Springs, Keeter, Crafton, Gibtown, and Joplin.

Expected Conditions

At 8:06 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Fort Richardson State Park, or 7 miles south of Jacksboro, moving northeast at 45 mph.

• Wind: 70 mph wind gusts are expected.
• Hail: Quarter-size hail (1.00 inch) is possible.
• Impacts: Residents should expect hail damage to vehicles and considerable tree damage. Wind damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.

Timeline

• Effective: 8:06 PM CDT, March 10, 2026
• Expires: 9:00 PM CDT, March 10, 2026
• Additional Alerts: A Tornado Watch remains in effect for north central Texas until 11:00 PM CDT.

What You Should Do

For your protection, get inside a sturdy structure and stay away from windows. Residents in mobile homes or vehicles should move to the nearest substantial shelter to protect themselves from potential wind damage and flying debris.