Prepare for spring's unpredictable weather! Stay informed with reliable forecasts, plan ahead for emergencies, build an emergency kit, secure outdoor items, and stay connected to receive alerts.

There's a chance for a couple of strong or severe storms in western North Texas this evening and tonight, but we're still expecting activity to weaken as it moves east while encountering a strong cap. Large hail would be the main threat. #dfwwx #ctxwx

Now is the time to sign up for Plano City Call to receive severe weather alerts! Stay up to date on the hazards that could directly impact you and your family.

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Thank you to all who joined us to experience #TotalSolarEclipse2024 in Plano. It was an amazing experience and we're glad the clouds cooperated today! #LovePlano ❤️💙❤️

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A couple of hours after the eclipse, attention turns a widespread severe threat with large hail, damaging winds, tornadoes, & flooding all possible. You absolutely NEED to have a safety plan (especially if traveling!) and have multiple ways to receive alerts! #dfwwx #ctxwx #txwx

Happy Solar Eclipse Day, Plano!!

Make sure you've planned your viewing experience accordingly. You should anticipate increased traffic throughout the day. Please avoid traveling around the city today if you can avoid it.

We hope everyone has a fun and safe viewing experience!

It's Siren Testing Day! Plano tests its Outdoor Warning Siren system on the first Wednesday of every month - weather permitting.

How do Plano's Outdoor Warning Sirens Work? youtu.be/gnS5ALxoCao

Reminder:
Renovations of the Senator Florence Shapiro Council Chambers began Monday, April 1. The Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council meetings will be at Davis Library, 7501 Independence Parkway during construction. Learn more: share.plano.gov/CouncilChambers

NWS Update - Severe weather is expected, with large hail being the highest threat. Damaging winds and tornadoes are also possible. ⛈️🌪️⛈️

West 15th Street, between Coit and Plano Pkwy (b/w Commerce and Nest) will be closed for the next 12-15 hours due to downed power lines.

Scattered severe thunderstorms are expected late this afternoon and evening. This threat will be greatest near and north of I-20, but isolated severe storms could develop anywhere in North and Central Texas. Large hail and damaging winds will be the main threats. #dfwwx #ctxwx

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 3 AM for portions of North Texas. Strong wind gusts and hail will be the main hazards with storms overnight. #dfwwx

Storms will increase in coverage late this afternoon/evening with a threat for large hail, damaging winds and perhaps a few tornadoes. Additional showers and storms will develop along the front Friday, with strong or severe thunderstorms possible in Central Texas. #dfwwx #ctxwx

A strong cap may initially delay storm development Thursday, but showers & storms should increase in coverage in the afternoon ahead of the dryline/cold front. Strong to severe storms capable of producing hail, damaging winds, a tornado, and heavy rain are possible. #dfwwx #ctxwx

Renovations of the Senator Florence Shapiro Council Chambers begin Monday, April 1. The Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council meetings will be at Davis Library, 7501 Independence Parkway during construction. Learn more: share.plano.gov/CouncilChambers

Avoid NB Dallas Tollway from West Park Blvd to Windhaven for a major crash. DPS is on screen.

It's Siren Testing Day! Plano tests its Outdoor Warning Siren system on the first Wednesday of every month - weather permitting.

How do Plano's Outdoor Warning Sirens Work? youtu.be/gnS5ALxoCao

Parker Road improvements have made great progress since fall 2023. Here's an update on recently completed & upcoming projects. youtube.com/watch?v=8ZfhWm…

Want more info? Visit share.plano.gov/RoadConstructi… to see all road construction updates, including city streets & major highways.