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Tarrant County Emergency Management leads a comprehensive, all‑hazards program that builds, sustains, and enhances the county’s ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies through collaboration, innovation, and trusted partnerships.

11/02/2026

We are still watching the potential for a few storms to develop across our northwestern counties this afternoon (roughly between 3pm to 6 pm) ahead of tonight's cold front. IF storms develop they will have a potential to become strong to severe with all hazards possible. Otherwise, expect warm and breezy conditions with highs in the 80s.

10/31/2026

Halloween Plans? Don't forget the basics. Bring a light, make sure you can be seen and stick together while trick-or-treating. Have a safe and fun Halloween, Tarrant County!

10/22/2026

Thank you Saginaw Texas Fire Department for hosting our Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting.

The Tarrant County (LEPC) brings together emergency responders, government agencies, industry representatives, and community stakeholders to strengthen hazardous materials preparedness and emergency response coordination. In accordance with the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA), the committee supports emergency planning, reviews hazardous chemical information, and promotes public awareness and access to chemical safety information. Through collaboration and proactive planning, the LEPC works to enhance public safety and strengthen community resilience throughout Tarrant County.

Learn more about our LEPC here.
https://www.tarrantcountytx.gov/en/emergency-management/local-emergency-planning-committee--lepc--.html

10/21/2026

10/16/2026

Radar Update – 7:20 PM | October 15, 2026

A strong thunderstorm is affecting portions of southeastern Parker, northeastern Johnson, and southern Tarrant counties through approximately 8:15 PM. As of 7:08 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong storm near Benbrook moving east at 20 mph.

Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph
Source: Radar indicated
Impact: Gusty winds may break tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.

We also continue to monitor the potential for additional gusty winds as this system moves through. The good news—fall-like conditions are on the way very soon.

Please stay weather aware and consider signing up for Tarrant Ready alerts to receive timely updates.
https://www.tarrantcountytx.gov/en/emergency-management/emergency-notifications.html

10/13/2026

🔥Tarrant County Commissioners Court has rescinded the burn ban within the county and you are now permitted to burn. Residents are still required to follow the state guidelines for outdoor burning and to contact Tarrant County Regional Communications to log your burn at 817.232.9800

Stay safe.

10/02/2026

[Friday 10/2, 12:45PM]: Scattered showers will continue to weaken across the area today before a cold front slides east. Locally heavy rainfall and isolated flash flooding is possible for parts of CTX that have already seen 3-4" fall in the last 48 hours. Highs will peak in the upper 70's.

10/01/2026

The Flood Watch remains in effect through Friday morning and has been expanded into portions of eastern North Texas. Additional rainfall totals between 1 and 3 inches of rain are expected with isolated higher amounts up to 4 inches through Friday.

10/01/2026

A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for northwestern Dallas County, Denton County, and Tarrant County until 10:30 AM CDT. As of 7:24 AM, thunderstorms producing intense rainfall have already dropped up to 2 inches of rain, with rates of 2–3 inches per hour expected. Flash flooding is ongoing or imminent.

Flood impacts include rapid flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets, underpasses, and other low‑lying or poorly drained locations. Major affected communities include Fort Worth, Arlington, Irving, Grand Prairie, Carrollton, Frisco, Denton, Lewisville, and surrounding cities.

Several major highways may experience hazardous flooding, including portions of I‑35E, I‑35W, I‑35, I‑20, and I‑30.

Residents and commuters in the affected region should exercise extreme caution, avoid flooded roadways, and monitor local emergency alerts.

09/30/2026

A Flood Watch is in effect for Tarrant County. Heavy rainfall and flooding are possible over the next several days. Stay weather aware and be prepared for changing conditions.

Sign up for Tarrant Ready alerts at www.tarrantcountytx.gov/tarrantready

Address

100 E Weatherford Street
Fort Worth, TX
76102

Telephone

+18178841473

Website

http://www.tarrantcounty.com/

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