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DALLAS – Severe thunderstorm warnings are in effect for parts of North Texas as powerful storms swept through the region Monday morning, causing widespread power outages.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Dallas weather: Aug. 4 morning forecast

The National Weather Service says there is a significant threat to property or life in Freestone County, Navarro County and Hill County. A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for these areas until 7 a.m.

The forecast calls for more high winds and power outages south of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex throughout the morning. Most of the showers and storms are expected to clear the area by 11 a.m., with dry conditions by noon. High temperatures are forecast to be in the low 90s.

Live Radar: Dallas-Fort Worth Power Outages

More than 26,000 residents and businesses were without power early Monday. The majority of outages are concentrated in Tarrant and Dallas counties, according to Oncor.

Flight Delays and Cancellations

Storms have resulted in a ground stop at both DFW Airport and Dallas Love Field Airport. The ground delay is expected to be lifted around 10 a.m.

DFW Airport led the nation in delays and cancellations Sunday afternoon following earlier storms. Travelers with flights scheduled for this morning are advised to check with their airline before heading to the airport.

7-Day Forecast

Temperatures are expected to rise throughout the week. Tuesday and Wednesday will see a return to normal summer weather with highs in the mid to upper 90s. Temperatures are forecast to reach near 100 degrees on Thursday and Friday.

The Source: Information in this article comes from the National Weather Service, Oncor, DFW Airport, Love Field Airport, and Meteorologist Evan Andrews.

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