An intense upper level storm system ignited a line of strong to severe thunderstorms, which marched across North and Central Texas during the early morning hours of March 13. A broad swath of wind damage occurred along the Interstate 20 corridor including the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.

Thunderstorm Wind in PALO PINTO, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 02:28:00 to 13-MAR-19 02:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: (MWL)MINERAL WELLS A
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported damage to several buildings at Mineral Wells High School.

Thunderstorm Wind in PARKER, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 03:13:00 to 13-MAR-19 03:13:00 (CST-6)
Location: WEATHERFORD ARPT
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio reported 8-inch diameter trees blown down in the city of Willow Park, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in JOHNSON, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 03:25:00 to 13-MAR-19 03:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: GODLEY
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported trees down and roof damage in the city of Godley, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in JOHNSON, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 03:30:00 to 13-MAR-19 03:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: CLEBURNE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported one occupant injured in a small modular home just southwest of the city of Cleburne, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in DENTON, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 03:40:00 to 13-MAR-19 03:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: SANGER
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A social media report indicated that an 18-wheeler was flipped by thunderstorm winds on Interstate 35 near the city of Sanger, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in PALO PINTO, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 02:30:00 to 13-MAR-19 02:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: MINERAL WELLS
Magnitude: 51.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

Mineral Wells Automated Surface Observation System reported a wind gust of 59 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind in HOOD, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 03:14:00 to 13-MAR-19 03:14:00 (CST-6)
Location: MAMBRINO
Magnitude: 56.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A private weather station approximately 7 miles southeast of the city of Granbury, TX measured a wind gust of 65 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind in MONTAGUE, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 03:15:00 to 13-MAR-19 03:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: BOWIE
Magnitude: 53.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

The Bowie, TX Automated Weather Observation System measured a wind gust of 61 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 03:23:00 to 13-MAR-19 03:23:00 (CST-6)
Location: FT WORTH
Magnitude: 65.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

A 75 MPH wind gust was measured at Fort Worth Naval Air Station.

Thunderstorm Wind in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 04:00:00 to 13-MAR-19 04:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: GRAND PRAIRIE
Magnitude: 70.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management measured a wind gust of 80 MPH in the city of Grand Prairie, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in HILL, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 04:15:00 to 13-MAR-19 04:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: HILLSBORO MUNI ARPT
Magnitude: 53.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

The Hillsboro, TX Automated Weather Observation System measured a wind gust of 63 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind in COLLIN, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 04:25:00 to 13-MAR-19 04:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: MCKINNEY
Magnitude: 50.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

A 58 MPH wind gust was measured by the McKinney National Airport Automated Surface Observation System.

Thunderstorm Wind in NAVARRO, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 04:45:00 to 13-MAR-19 04:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: ALLIANCE HALL
Magnitude: 53.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

A cooperative observer at Navarro Mills Dam reported a wind gust of 61 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind in KAUFMAN, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 04:55:00 to 13-MAR-19 04:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: MC COY
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported several trees down and damage to a barn near the community of Ables Springs, approximately 9 miles northeast of the city of Terrell, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in VAN ZANDT, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 05:30:00 to 13-MAR-19 05:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: PHALBA
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Van Zandt County Sheriff's Department reported roof damage northeast of Mabank, or about 11 miles southwest of the city of Canton, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in HOOD, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 03:14:00 to 13-MAR-19 03:14:00 (CST-6)
Location: GRANBURY
Magnitude: 56.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A 65 MPH wind gust was measured by Wunderground Station KTXGRANB110 approximately 7 miles southeast of Granbury, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in NAVARRO, TEXAS
From 14-MAR-19 00:30:00 to 14-MAR-19 00:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: POWELL
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported trees down and roof damage approximately 2 miles northeast of the city of Powell, TX.

Tornado in PARKER, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 02:37:00 to 13-MAR-19 02:39:00 (CST-6)
Location: ADELL
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado formed along Cabaniss Lane, just south of New Authon Road, in
northwest Parker County.  Minor tree trunk and branch damage was oriented in
a convergent pattern along and east of Cabaniss Lane.  The tornado tracked east
northeast, seriously impacting a site-built frame home located on FM 1885
just south of New Authon/Precinct Road.  Most of the home's wood rafter roof,
clad in plywood and sheet metal, was removed from the home and deposited in
the front yard of the residence.  Minor damage was observed to trees and
outbuildings in the vicinity of the home. Significant damage also occurred
to a metal-clad commercial building located approximately 200 yards southeast
of this home.  Metal roof cross members were severely twisted on this building,
and most of the sheet metal roofing was removed and deposited along FM 1885.
The tornado crossed FM 1885 and continued for a short distance, producing
minor tree damage.  It ultimately dissipated as it reached Precinct Road,
just east of FM 1885.

Thunderstorm Wind in ELLIS, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 04:20:00 to 13-MAR-19 04:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: ITALY
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

The county fire chief reported wind damage to the elementary school in Italy and surrounding homes. The damage consisted of mostly peel up or off metal roofing and shingle damage. Tree limb damage was also observed.

Thunderstorm Wind in GRAYSON, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 04:15:00 to 13-MAR-19 04:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: GUNTER
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Thunderstorm winds caused damage in several places in Gunter. Metal roofs were removed from a few barns, carports were damaged or destroyed, a camper was blown over on Main Street, fence damage was reported, and tree damage was also observed. Roof damage was also reported to homes, barns, and sheds. At Gunter High School, damage was reported to goal posts and outdoor athletic equipment.

Thunderstorm Wind in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 04:00:00 to 13-MAR-19 04:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: CARROLLTON
Magnitude: 65.00 MG
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Thunderstorm wind damage was reported across mostly the southern portions of Carrollton, stretching from the Valley Ranch are towards Addison Airport. The report from the EM mentioned: Traffic hazards/debris in the roadways at numerous locations, 10 locations with damage consisting of turned signal heads, missing signal heads,  turned signal poles and missing visors, 7 locations where signs and pole were either knocked down or blown over, Business located at 1003 W. Crosby sustained significant roof damage, Shell gas station located at Crosby and I-35 sustained canopy damage, fence, shingle and tree damage across the city, one box trailer and one 18 wheeler blown over, Damage to Branch Creek Apartment Complex at 2250 Marsh Lane: Damage to building 8 which had a partial roof collapse and damage to the clubhouse building roof as well as potentially one other building on site.

Thunderstorm Wind in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 04:30:00 to 13-MAR-19 04:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROWLETT
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

About 20 homes were damaged on and around Coral Way in Rowlett. Roof, fence and tree damage was reported in this area. One home was missing a 4x8 foot section of the roof and the chimney.

Thunderstorm Wind in COLLIN, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 04:12:00 to 13-MAR-19 04:18:00 (CST-6)
Location: RENNER
Magnitude: 67.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported wind gusts of 77 MPH for 6 minutes at University of Texas-Dallas in Richardson.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 03:30:00 to 13-MAR-19 03:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: (FTW)MEACHAM ARPT FT
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A large section of the roof at the Diamond Hills Community Center was peeled back. The roofing material hit the HVAC unit and dislodged it.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 03:45:00 to 13-MAR-19 03:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: EVERMAN
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 7.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Thunderstorm winds caused damage across parts of Everman in Tarrant County.

Thunderstorm Wind in FANNIN, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 04:50:00 to 13-MAR-19 04:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: LEONARD
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Fannin County Sheriff's Department reported power lines and trees down in the city of Leonard, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in HOOD, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 03:14:00 to 13-MAR-19 03:14:00 (CST-6)
Location: GRANBURY
Magnitude: 70.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

An 80 MPH wind gust was measured by Wunderground station KTXGRANB71 approximately 7 miles southeast of Granbury, TX.

Tornado in PALO PINTO, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 02:25:00 to 13-MAR-19 02:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: MINERAL WELLS
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado developed immediately east of downtown Mineral Wells, in
an industrial area.  Initial damage was confined to some sheet metal
roofing removed from a manufacturing storage building. As the tornado
moved east, it produced EF-0 scale damage to commercial signage
and roofs along the US 180 corridor. Windspeed intensity appeared to
increase along US 180 from the Garrett Morris Parkway intersection eastward,
with enhanced signage, roof, utility pole and tree damage observed. A commercial
automotive repair center located just southeast of Mineral Wells High School
sustained significant roof and wall damage consistent with low end EF-1 intensity
tornadic winds. The tornado appeared to dissipate near the intersection of
US 180 and Washington Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in EASTLAND, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 02:00:00 to 13-MAR-19 02:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: RISING STAR
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A social media report indicated downed power lines just north of the city of Rising Star, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in JACK, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 02:10:00 to 13-MAR-19 02:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: BRYSON
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported power poles down and mobile home damage in the city of Bryson, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 03:45:00 to 13-MAR-19 03:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: FT WORTH MANGHAM ARP
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

A NWS employee reported 2 power poles snapped and one street lamp snapped along Davis Blvd between Harwood Dr and Emerald Hills Way.

Thunderstorm Wind in ELLIS, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 04:20:00 to 13-MAR-19 04:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: ITALY
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Ellis County Sheriff's Department reported a tractor trailer flipped by thunderstorm winds in the city of Italy, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in GRAYSON, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 04:20:00 to 13-MAR-19 04:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: SHERMAN
Magnitude: 58.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

The Sherman/Denison Airport Automated Weather Observation System reported a wind gust of 67 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 04:15:00 to 13-MAR-19 04:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: (ADS)ADDISON ARPT DA
Magnitude: 62.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

The Dallas Addison Airport Automated Weather Observation System measured a wind gust of 71 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind in DALLAS, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 04:25:00 to 13-MAR-19 04:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: DALLAS
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Several social media reports indicated trees and fences knocked down across Dallas County along with a few reports of flipped tractor-trailers by thunderstorm winds.

Thunderstorm Wind in COLLIN, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 04:21:00 to 13-MAR-19 04:21:00 (CST-6)
Location: RENNER
Magnitude: 63.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported a wind gust of 72 MPH Point North Park in the city of Richardson, TX.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 03:52:00 to 13-MAR-19 03:52:00 (CST-6)
Location: GRAPEVINE
Magnitude: 68.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

A 78 MPH wind gust was measured by the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport Automated Surface Observation System.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 03:50:00 to 13-MAR-19 03:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: GRAPEVINE
Magnitude: 68.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A broadcast media report indicated that a logistics facility on Airfield Drive at DFW Airport had major roof damage, causing multiple cars in the parking lot to be damaged.

Thunderstorm Wind in TARRANT, TEXAS
From 13-MAR-19 03:40:00 to 13-MAR-19 03:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: FT WORTH
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Several reports were received indicating power lines and power poles down, fences down and trees down across Tarrant County.