Heavy Snow and Winter Weather in Texas, February 11 to 12, 2010

An average of 7-12 of snow fell across the county. The highest totals were reported in the northeast half of the county. The COOP Observer in Strawn reported a total snow of 6.5, the COOP Observer in Brazos reported a total snow of 10.0, and the COOP Observer near Gordon reported a total snow of 10.5. The TXDOT in Mineral Wells estimated 12 of total snow, but other estimates from the city were 8-10 of total snow. Due to slick conditions from snow accumulation on the roadways and slush, some roads in Mineral wells were barricaded; including NW 10th Street, Mesquite Street, Travis Drive, NE 23rd Street, FM 1821, and all the hills going into Western Hills except for Holly Hill Drive. Local law enforcement reported responding to some accidents but most calls were for assistance for vehicles that had slid off the roads. HWY 4 between Palo Pinto and Santo was closed for about 7 hours due to an overturned delivery truck. In Mineral Wells, a wooden carport collapsed, crushing an SUV under it and another carport collapsed at a business. Near Santo, the roof of a roping area collapsed under the weight of the snow, and at Possum Kingdom a covered storage facility collapsed at the Slalom Shop.

An average of 10-13 of snow fell across the county with slightly lesser amounts in the far southern portions of the county. The COOP Observer in Weatherford reported a total snow of 11.0, and a citizen from Weatherford reported 12.4 of total snow. Local newspapers reported 11+ of snow in Aledo and about 12 in Springtown. Nine school buses in Springtown slid off roads and into ditches while transporting students home on the 11th. Several carports, sheds, and barns collapsed or the roof collapsed from the heavy snow.

An estimated 4-8 of snow fell across the county. TXDot measured 8 of snow across the northern portions of the county, and a total of 6 of snow was reported in Breckenridge.

An average of 10-12 of snow fell across the county. The COOP Observer in Alvord reported a snow depth of 7 the morning of the 12th, and the COOP Observer in Decatur reported a total snow of 11. A NWS meteorologist measured 12 of snow southeast of Decatur. The local newspaper reported 8 of snow in Alvord, 11.5 in Cottondale, 12 in Runaway Bay, and 12.5 in Decatur. Numerous minor vehicle accidents were reported across the county. Several thousand customers lost power and extensive tree damage was reported.

Most of the county received 10-14 of snow; however, lesser totals around 7-8 were reported in the far southwestern portions of the county. A COOP Observer in Haslet measured a snowfall total of 14.4 which was the highest reported total from the event. Another COOP Observer in Keller reported a total snow of 9.5, and the COOP Observer in North Richland Hills reported a total snow of 11.5. At the NWS office in north Fort Worth, a total of 12.6 of snow fell, and DFW International Airport officially reported 12.5 of total snow which set several new climate records. Damaged and broken trees and tree limbs caused problems across the county. Nearly 100 accidents were reported by area law enforcements and even more vehicles slid off of roadways and required assistance. No injuries were reported. Several reports of fallen carports and awnings were reported across the county. Around 5:45 am on the 12th, the roof of Rahr & Sons Brewing Co., a microbrewery south of downtown Fort Worth, collapsed, damaging the building and coolant lines to the storage tanks. At Garcia's Tire and Detail Shop in Azle, a foot of snow caused the awning to collapse into all 5 service bays. The metal roof of the Eagle Mountain Memorial VFW Post #2137 also collapsed damaging the interior of the building.

Much of the county reported 8-11 of snow with the highest amounts generally across the northern portions of the county. The COOP observer in Waxahachie reported 13 of snow and 13 of snow was also estimated in Ferris. In Ferris, several business awnings collapsed under the weight of the snow. In Red Oak, the roof of the Wayne Boze Funeral Home collapsed and the entire building was thought to be a loss. In Midlothian, it was reported that at least one awning at a boat and RV storage facility collapsed, and also the wood roof of a 6000-square foot chicken house collapsed. Only 10 vehicle accidents were reported in Ennis; most reports around the county were for assistance for vehicles that had slid off the roads.

An average of 9-12 of snow fell across the county. An NWS employee measured 12.5 in Garland. Power outages and vehicles sliding off the road were numerous around the county. About 50 major accidents were reported and nearly 200 minor accidents. No serious injuries were reported. Several carports collapsed in Coppell with cars under them and several more collapsed carports were reported around the county. Just west of Dallas on Interstate 30, the roof of a tire warehouse partially collapsed around 5:30 AM on the 12th. The roof of the sanctuary at Central Pointe Church of Christ in the Red Bird area also collapsed and the sanctuary was considered a total loss.

An average of 9-13 of snow fell across the county. In Terrell, 12 of snow was reported by an amateur radio operator, and the COOP Observer southeast of Kaufman reported 9 of total snow. The local newspaper in Forney reported 10-13 of snow. Also in Forney, a fatal two-vehicle accident was reported on FM 548, six miles north of US 80. One person died in the accident. In Kemp, the metal roof of a workshop collapsed, damaging the interior contents.

An estimated 4-7 of snow fell across the county. The Graham Fire Department reported 6.5 inches of snow while the local newspaper reported over 7 of snow in Graham.

An average of 9-10 of snow fell across the county, but as much as 12 of snow was reported near Denton. Nearly 100 minor vehicle accidents were reported around the county. Five injuries were reported in vehicle accidents. A seven car accident occurred on I-35E in Corinth but no serious injuries were reported. Near the University of North Texas campus, a large post oak tree branch fell on four vehicles, damaging them all.

Eight to thirteen inches of snow fell across the county. The heaviest snowfall totals occurred across the southern portions of the county. The COOP Observer in Antelope reported 8 of snow and the COOP Observer in Jacksboro reported 13 of snow. TXDot also estimated 13 of snow in Bryson.

Nine to twelve inches of snow fell across the county. A trained spotter in Royse City reported a total snow amount of 12 and icy bridges. The local newspaper reported 9 in Rockwall.

An average of 8-12 of snow fell across the county. A COOP observer in Frisco reported a total of 12 of snow. A trained spotter in Plano reported 8.5 of snow. A few carports collapsed but no major damage was reported. Sixteen vehicle accidents were reported, but no serious injuries were reported.

An average of 2-4 of snow was reported across the county. The winter precipitation first fell as sleet and then changed to all snow. The highest snowfall totals were reported in the northeast corner of the county. Two major accidents were reported near Ranger Hill, but no other information was available.

An average of 4-8 of snow fell across the county with the highest snowfall totals reported across the northeastern half of the county. The local TXDOT reported 8 of snow in the northern and northwestern portions of the county, 5-6 in Stephenville, and 4 in the southern portions of the county. A retired NWS employee reported 7 of snow between Stephenville and Bluff Dale. The COOP observers in Chalk Mountain and in Morgan Mill both reported 5 of snow. Several accidents were reported around the county from people sliding on the slick roads.

Snowfall total reports ranged from 4-10 across the county, but most reports averaged 7-10 of total snow. A trained spotter in Decordova reported a total of 7.5 of snow and another spotter in Oak Trail Shores reported 9 of snow. A total of 29 vehicle accidents were reported by the Sheriff's Office with four ambulance transports required. However, no other information was available on the injured except that the injuries were minor. The most troublesome spots for travelers was HWY 377 West and the area between Tolar and Lipan.

Snowfall totals across the county ranged from 8-12.5. A trained spotter near Quinlan reported 9 of total snow. Local newspapers reported around a foot of snow in Greenville and near Royse City and 9 of snow in East Tawakoni. Two major accidents were reported in Greenville with several other minor accidents reported across the county. Around 9 pm on the 11th, a car crashed into a traffic signal pole in Greenville injuring all three passengers. All three passengers were transported to the hospital; one with serious injuries. The other significant accident occurred around 1:15 am on the 12th when a car lost control and struck the Hunt County Criminal Justice Center causing minor damage to the building. There were no injuries with the second accident. Several of the remaining minor accidents were fender benders.

An average of 6-8 of snow fell across the county, but local newspapers also reported 10 of snow in Keene and 12 of snow in Joshua. The COOP Observer in Burleson reported 8 of snow, and the COOP Observer in Cleburne reported 6.2 of snow. Around 75 accidents were reported in the county, but about a hundred more reports were of people sliding off the roads. Some minor injuries were reported, but no additional information was available on the number of injuries. In Cleburne, a tree fell on a car and boat heavily damaging both, and a carport collapsed at an auto sales business. Several vehicles were damaged by the carport.

Estimates of 8-10 of snow were reported but some locations may have received up to 12 of snow. Only two vehicle accidents were reported but numerous vehicles slid off the road.

An average of 7-10 of snow was reported around the county. Several places reported snowfall totals of 10; including parts of Precinct 4, Lake Kiowa, northeast of Gainesville, and north of Muenster. Some minor traffic accidents and vehicles sliding off roadways were reported.

Reports of 8-12 of snow were reported across the county. The heaviest snowfall totals were reported in the southwest corner of the county. A total of 8.5-9 of snow was reported in Sulphur Springs, and a total of 12 of snow was estimated in Brashear. According to the local newspaper, only a few minor vehicle accidents and a few power outages were reported. The roads that were impacted the most were SH 11 east from Como to the county line, westbound I-30 from Franklin County to Sulphur Springs, and SH 154 South.

An average of 8-12 of snow fell across the county. The COOP Observer near Bonita reported 8.5 of total snow. The Nocona PD reported 8-9, and TXDot in Bowie reported 11-12 of total snow. About a foot of snow was reported in Saint Jo.

An estimated 4-7 of snow fell across the county. The COOP Observer in Rainbow reported a total snow of 4, and a citizen in Glen Rose estimated 7 of total snow. Only a few accidents were reported and some cars slid off HWY 67.

An estimated 7-9 of snow fell around the county.

About 5-8 of snow was estimated around the county. A trained spotter in Denison reported a total of 7 of snow, and another spotter in Bells reported 7.5 of snow. Several crashes were reported along HWY 75 and two vehicles were overturned. Parts of HWY 289 became icy.

About 5-8 of snow was estimated around the county. The COOP observer in Monkstown reported a total of 7 of snow, and the COOP observer in Trenton reported a total of 8 of snow. Only a few minor vehicle accidents were reported.

An estimated 6-9 of snow fell across the county. In Paris, 7-9 of snow was reported by several sources and over 8 of snow was reported in Deport by the local newspaper. Only a few accidents and no major damage was reported.

During the early morning hours, a mix of rain and snow was reported but then the precipitation changed to all snow around 10:30 am. An average of 4-6 of snow fell across the county. Higher snowfall totals up to 7 were reported in the northern portions of the county. The COOP Observer in Hillsboro reported 4 of total snow, the COOP Observer in Brandon reported 4-6 of total snow, and the COOP Observer in Itasca reported 6 of total snow. The public reported 5 of total snow in Whitney, and the media relayed a report of 7 of total snow in Covington. A local newspaper reported about 4 of snow in Hubbard. The Sheriff's Office reported over 50 wrecks during the evening and overnight hours, but no major injuries.

Snowfall totals ranged from 5-12 across the county The COOP Observer in Edom reported a total snow of 5, and the COOP Observer in Wills Point reported a snow depth of 10.8 the morning of the 12th. TXDot in Canton estimated a snow total of 12.

It is estimated that 1-3 of snow fell across the county. Three inches of snow fell in Fairfield.

Snowfall reports up to 3 were reported across the northern portions of the county. A total of 1.5 was reported in Comanche.

About 2 of snow fell across the county, but a local newspaper reported that some parts of Hico reported up to 4 of snow.

Six to ten inches of snow fell across the county. The COOP observer in Athens reported 6.5 of total snow, and a trained spotter near Payne Springs reported 7.5 of total snow. The local newspapers reported 5-8 in the Mabank and Gun Barrel City areas and 8 in Malakoff. TXDot officials reported 10 in Seven Points. About 7 minor wrecks were reported in and around Athens, but no serious injuries were reported. Other motorists slid off the road and required assistance.

During the morning and early afternoon hours, a mix of rain, sleet, and snow was reported, but the precipitation changed to all snow by the mid afternoon hours. About 3-6 of snow fell across the southern half of the county while 6-9 fell across the northern half of the county. In Chatfield, 7.5 of total snow was reported, and 6 of total snow was reported in Corsicana. A local newspaper reported 5-9 in Kerens. Many accidents occurred on Interstate 45 and several vehicles slid off the road.

Up to 4 inches of snow fell across the county. A total of 3.5 inches was reported in Palestine.

Four to six inches of snow was reported in several parts in the northern half of the county. In the southern parts of the county, around 2-3 of snow was reported. The COOP observer in Meridian reported 5.25 of snow. Several vehicles slid off the roads.

Up to an inch of snow fell across parts of the county. The official report for Waco was 0.5 inches, but some locations in the city measured an inch. Slick roads resulted in around 25 vehicle accidents and several more vehicles slid off the road.

The COOP Observer in Bremond reported a total snow of 0.5, and the COOP Observer in Franklin reported a total snow of 1.5.

Up to 3 of snow fell across the county. The emergency manager reported 2 of snow north of Mexia. The COOP Observer in Thornton reported 1.5 of snow and local media reported 2 in Groesbeck. Several vehicles slid off into ditches but no major traffic accidents were reported.

An average of 2-4 of snow fell across the county. In Buffalo, about 2 of snow was reported and about 2.5 of snow was reported in Normangee. The Sheriff's Office reported numerous road problems from the slushy roads, and a local newspaper also reported numerous power outages.