Winter Weather — Wilbarger, Texas

2009-01-26 to 2009-01-27 · Wilbarger, Texas

Event narrative

About a half of an inch of glaze and sleet accumulated on the ground, and several auto accidents were reported across the county. One accident caused a fatality north of Vernon on Highway 287. An EMT worker and fireman were injured while responding to another accident. Nine other accidents involving injuries were reported due to the slick streets. Monetary damages were not given.

Wider weather episode

A significant winter storm affected parts of Northern Texas beginning on the morning of the 26th and continuing through much of the 27th. Drizzle and freezing drizzle spread across the northwest part of the state. Wintry precipitation continued through the day and into the overnight hours. Amounts were light, but glaze on the roads created widespread travel problems with numerous auto accidents reported. Only minor injuries were reported.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 152771. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.