Grayson County OEM

Official Twitter account of the Grayson County Office of Emergency Management serving the people of Grayson County and its sixteen cities

[NWS Fort Worth @NWSFortWorth]

This weekend will feature occasional rain chances & pleasant temperatures, with highs in the mid 70s to low 80s & lows in the mid 50s to mid 60s. Severe weather is not expected, and a break in the rain looks like a good possibility for Halloween evening. #texomawx #ctxwx #dfwwx

[NWS Fort Worth @NWSFortWorth]

A dynamic upper-level storm system will push a cold front across North and Central Texas, bringing a chance of thunderstorms followed by cooler temperatures during the first half of next week. #ctxwx #texomawx #dfwwx

[Grayson County OEM @GraysonCounty]

With daylight savings time approaching, now is a great time to check the batteries in your smoke alarm! Remember, when you change your clocks, check your batteries!

More info on smoke alarms can be found here: https://t.co/pEBIRT7lky

Image depicts clock and smoke alarm with text saying “Change your clocks, check your batteries.”

[NWS Fort Worth @NWSFortWorth]

A Wind Advisory has been issued for all of North and Central Texas for Friday. Please take precautions to secure outdoor items such as lawn furniture, decorations, and other lightweight objects, and exercise extra caution when boating on area lakes.

[NWS Fort Worth @NWSFortWorth]

A Wind Advisory is in effect through 7 PM today! Expect gusty north winds of 20-30 mph with peak gusts reaching 40-50 mph. Secure loose outdoor items and use extra caution if driving high-profile vehicles. #dfwwx #ctxwx #txwx

[Grayson County OEM @GraysonCounty]

Wind Advisory from 10/16/2026 4:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT for Grayson County, TX.

North winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 to 45 mph expected.

IMPACTS: Unsecured outdoor items may be blown around in the wind. Driving on area roadways may become difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles. Small tree limbs could break and cause damage.

A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of at least 20 to 30 mph are expected. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Boaters should use extra caution when venturing onto area lakes.

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[TxDOT @TxDOT]

October is National Pedestrian Safety Month. Texas has many shared-use paths that make active transportation options safe and easy to commute around the state. #TxDOTBikePed

[TxDOT Paris @TxDOTParis]

Keep your kid safe at every stage by making sure they are in the right car seat for their size and age. 🚗

Remember, children under 13 years old are always safest riding in the back seat.

Check out https://t.co/hsXwTEaF2q for more car seat tips. #DriveLikeATexan

[TxDOT Paris @TxDOTParis]

Nearly half of all car seats are used incorrectly.

The good news? You can make sure your little one is protected. Get a free safety check at https://t.co/hsXwTEaF2q and feel confident that your child is riding safely.

#LoveMyCarSeat #DriveLikeATexan

[Grayson County OEM @GraysonCounty]

🚨 Grayson County Medicare & Medicaid Providers — Don’t Miss Out! 🚨

Are you a Medicare or Medicaid participating provider or supplier in Grayson County? Join us for our 8th Annual Provider Preparedness Workshop and Exercise!

📅 Date: October 14, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

📧 Didn’t receive an email or haven’t signed up yet? No problem! There’s still time to register: https://t.co/d8AMOi6Ogs

[Grayson County OEM @GraysonCounty]

The Burn Ban for Grayson County has been lifted (effective 10/02/2026). We apologize for the delayed post.

You should always call the Grayson County Sheriffs Office Dispatch at 903-813-4411 when conducting an outdoor burn or to check conditions.

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[Grayson County OEM @GraysonCounty]

☔️STORMS EXPECTED TODAY☔️

While the flood watch for Grayson County has been cancelled, showers and storms are expected to redevelop this morning and continue off and on through Saturday.

Some heavy rain and localized flash flooding will continue to be possible. STAY WEATHER AWARE. NEVER TRY AND CROSS FLOODED ROADS!

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[Grayson County OEM @GraysonCounty]

💧FLOOD WATCH CONTINUES THRU FRIDAY💧

A Flood Watch remains in effect through Friday morning. Average rainfall totals between 2 and 4 inches of rain are expected with isolated higher amounts up to 6 inches through Friday.

There will also be a risk for strong to isolated severe storms as they produce strong outflow winds. The threat will persist through tomorrow (Friday) as rain will continue.

HAVE MULTIPLE WAYS TO RECEIVE WARNINGS. NEVER CROSS FLOODED ROADS. TURN AROUND, DONT DROWN!

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[Grayson County OEM @GraysonCounty]

💧FLOOD WATCH WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY MORNING💧

A Flood Watch is now in effect for Grayson County from Wednesday afternoon through Friday morning.

Average rainfall totals between 2 and 4 inches of rain are expected with isolated higher amounts near 6-7 inches possible.

NEVER TRY AND CROSS FLOODED ROADS. TURN AROUND, DONT DROWN. STAY WEATHER AWARE.

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[Grayson County OEM @GraysonCounty]

Scattered showers and storms are anticipated this afternoon and evening mainly.

Coverage of rain and storms will increase tonight with heavy rain and flooding as the primary concerns.

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[Grayson County OEM @GraysonCounty]

Widespread showers and storms expected Wednesday through Friday.

Average rainfall totals of 2 to 5 inches are expected, mainly from Wednesday night through late Thursday night. Isolated higher totals up to 8 inches are possible, which could lead to flooding in some areas.

Some severe weather may also occur as storms first arrive from late Wednesday afternoon through late in the evening.

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[Grayson County OEM @GraysonCounty]

💧FLOOD WATCH WEDNESDAY-THURSDAY💧

A Flood Watch is now in effect for Grayson County from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday afternoon.

Average rainfall totals between 2 and 5 inches of rain are expected with isolated higher amounts near 8 inches possible.

NEVER TRY AND CROSS FLOODED ROADS. TURN AROUND, DONT DROWN. STAY WEATHER AWARE.

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[KnoWhat2Do @KnoWhat2Do]

Preparedness Month may be coming to an end, but being ready is a year-round commitment.

Know your risks. Stay Informed. Make a Plan. Build a Kit. Stay Connected with your Community.

Preparedness starts with you. Americans Stand Ready.

#AmericansStandReady #PreparednessMonth

[KnoWhat2Do @KnoWhat2Do]

Preparedness Month may be coming to an end, but being ready is a year-round commitment.
When individuals & families are prepared, every neighborhood & community becomes more resilient.

Americans Stand Ready.

🔗 https://t.co/RUfL8xmpOf

#AmericansStandReady #PreparednessMonth

[Grayson County OEM @GraysonCounty]

☔️FLOODING THREAT WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY☔️

Rain is expected Wednesday-Friday. As of now, the window for the heaviest rainfall spans from Wednesday night into Thursday morning.

Flash Flooding will be the largest threat with these storms. HAVE MULTIPLE WAYS TO RECEIVE WARNINGS. NEVER TRY AND CROSS FLOODED ROADS. TURN AROUND, DONT DROWN.

Image depicts heavy rainfall threat area for north Texas.