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Meteorologist Greg Fields outlines the area that remains under a Freezing Rain Advisory.

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The High Five interchange in North Dallas was ice-free at 8 a.m.

8:25 a.m. A freezing rain advisory remains in effect for Tarrant and Denton counties and areas to the west and north. In some areas, rain is falling as liquid but is freezing on contact with road surfaces, so commuters are warned to be on alert, especially onn bridges and overpasses. Greg Fields, WFAA-TV meteorologist

7:56 a.m. We received a report of some icy patches out in Breckenridge, along with reports of some freezing on bridges in parts of Fort Worth. Temperatures continue to hover just above the freezing point in most of North Texas. Greg Fields, WFAA-TV meteorologist

7:26 a.m. An accident at Trinity Boulevard and northbound Loop 820 has been cleared, and traffic is moving. Aaron Chimbel, WFAA.com Mobile Journalist

7:21 a.m. American Airlines canceled 79 flights and American Eagle canceled 78 due to weather conditions at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. American says affected passengers can reschedule flights with no penalty. There were no flight cancellations at Dallas Love Field. WFAA-TV

7:06 a.m. Cold rain prevails across most of the D/FW area, with the freezing rain holding just north and west of us. The sleet and freezing rain potential will continue in these same areas until about 10 a.m. Significant icing is not expected locally. A few bridges and overpasses could briefly ice up as close as northern Tarrant County, but the bulk of the frozen precipitation will stay out of the metro area. Steve McCauley, WFAA-TV meteorologist

6:54 a.m. Christian Life Preparatory School in Fort Worth will be closed Friday; it's the only reported school closing in the region. WFAA-TV

6:39 a.m. There's been no freezing precipitation at our location at Highway 121 and Preston Road on the Frisco-Plano border. We put out a baking pan to collect rain to see if it freezes up, but it has remained liquid as the temperature has failed to dip below freezing. Steve Stoler, WFAA-TV

6:38 a.m. It's starting to rain more heavily on the town square in Weatherford. The bank thermometer across the street remains at 31 degrees, although it briefly dipped to 30 a little earlier. We've observed no freezing rain or sleet, but there is an icy buildup on some street signs. Jim Douglas, WFAA-TV, in Weatherford

6:36 a.m. Northbound Loop 820 at Interstate 30 is jammed; traffic is barely moving due to an accident. Only light rain is falling here in far East Fort Worth. Aaron Chimbel, WFAA.com Mobile Journalist

6:22 a.m. There are 90 flight cancellations at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport this morning, about one-tenth of the daily schedule. That's primarily because airlines rerouted some flights Thursday night to keep them from icing up on the ground. No problems are expected beyond the noon hour. David Magana, D/FW Airport spokesman

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Reporter Steve Stoler demonstrates there's been no ice buildup along the Frisco-Plano border.

6:20 a.m. Two cars are involved in a wreck in the westbound lanes of U.S. 175 at Bruton Road. It's not clear whether icy or wet highway conditions played a role in the accident, but traffic is backed up. Michael Scott, WFAA-TV traffic

6:15 a.m. News 8 has received no reports of school closings today, but the Chisum, Muenster and Paradise districts have all delayed the opening bell until 10 a.m. WFAA-TV

6:12 a.m. Temperatures range from 32 in west Fort Worth to 35 in Dallas to 36 in Mesquite. It continues to be mainly a cold rain event for the D/FW area. Freezing rain is moving back into the Decatur and Weatherford area and points west and southwest from there. A thin coating of ice has been reported in areas west of the Interstate 35 corridor, and it is in this area where bridges and overpasses may become slick and hazardous over the next hour. Steve McCauley, WFAA-TV meteorologist

6:08 a.m. Texas Department of Transportation road crews have been spreading deicing compound on bridges and overpasses in Dallas through the early morning hours as a preemptive measure. No icing is reported in the county at this hour. Cynthia Vega, WFAA-TV, at the TxDOT nerve center

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A wreck snarled traffic on U.S. 175 at Bruton Road in Dallas.

6:02 a.m. Temperatures are warming in the region; it's above freezing now in Denton, although Fort Worth is still reporting 32 degrees. Remain cautious when driving over bridges and overpasses as minor icing can occur. The freezing rain and sleet will transition to all rain as the morning wears on. Greg Fields, WFAA-TV meteorologist

5:53 a.m. There are two accidents in Tarrant County that may be weather-related: Interstate 35W at Sycamore School Road; and northbound East Loop 820 at Interstate 30, where a car has hit a guardrail. Alexa Conomos, WFAA-TV traffic

5:45 a.m. It continues to be mainly a rain and patchy sleet event for the immediate D/FW area with the exception of western and northern Tarrant County where light freezing rain is being reported. A thin layer of ice has formed on exposed surfaces in these areas, but road remain just wet for the most part. But be careful on the bridges and overpasses since they will be the first to freeze. Steve McCauley, WFAA-TV meteorologist

5:44 a.m. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect through noon for northeast Texas with the potential for travel problems, including slippery roads and limited visibilities. This alert does not include the Dallas-Fort Worth area. National Weather Service

5:43 a.m. Fourteen incoming American Airlines flights have been canceled to allow for more time to get outgoing flights de-iced. WFAA-TV

5:40 a.m. There's a light, light mist falling at Highway 121 and Preston Road at the Frisco-Plano border. No traffic problems observed. WFAA-TV's Steve Stoler in Plano

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There was some minor ice buildup on street signs in downtown Weatherford.

5:39 a.m. The rain has stopped in Weatherford, but the temperature is hovering at 31 degrees. Road crews are out, but haven't been needed. Highways are in good condition in Parker County. WFAA-TV's Jim Douglas on the square in downtown Weatherford

5:33 a.m. Tempertures remain above freezing in Dallas and Tarrant counties at this hour. The rain will continue through the morning, but temperatures will climb. Most of the wet weather should be out of the area by the afternoon rush hour, with a high of about 40. Saturday and Sunday are looking good, with sun and highs in the low- to mid-60s. Greg Fields, WFAA-TV meteorologist

5:30 a.m. This is absolute not a dire situation. Some locations west of Fort Worth remain under a Freezing Rain Advisory. Some ice is beginning to accumulate on bridges and overpasses in Tarrant County. Sleet is mixing in with rain to the southwest of Fort Worth; that sleet-rain mix is moving to the Dallas-Fort Worth area at about 30 mph., but temperatures should be aboeve freezing by the time it arrives. Pete Delkus, WFAA-TV Chief Meteorologist

5:22 a.m. On the square in Weatherford it's not raining. No problems driving into Parker County from Fort Worth. There is a razor-thin glaze of ice on cars that have been left out overnight. The thermometer on the bank across the street reads 31 degrees. Jim Douglas, WFAA-TV in Weatherford

5:15 a.m. No significant ice accumulations are now anticipated in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. We have precipitation in the forecast throughout the morning, along with the risk of the rain mixing with sleet. Pete Delkus, WFAA-TV Chief Meteorologist

5:13 a.m. Roads and highways in downtown Dallas are clear but wet. Doug Boehner, WFAA.com

5:11 a.m. A FREEZING RAIN ADVISORY continues generally west of a line from Sherman to Fort Worth to Goldthwaite. Widespread rain continues across North Texas with freezing rain still reported from the west and north side of Fort Worth and points west from there. Isolated pockets of freezing rain have also been reported to the east in Greenville. Temperatures range from 32 in Fort Worth to 37 in Mesquite. The best chances for freezing rain in the immediate DFW area will be from now through 10 a.m. Steve McCauley, WFAA-TV meteorologist

5:10 a.m. It looks like the morning commute should have no problems in the Plano area, but the temperature has dropped several degrees since 3 a.m. and rainfall has varied from drizzle to moderate. No sleet or freezing rain observed. Steve Stoler, WFAA-TV at Highway 121 and Preston Road

5:08 a.m. There's deep standing water on the Dallas North Tollway headed southbound at the Wycliff toll plaza; temperature 35 degrees. Doug Boehner, WFAA.com

5:06 a.m. The Dallas Independent School District reports that classes will be in session as scheduled on Friday. WFAA-TV

5:04 a.m . Some minor accumulations of ice are being reported in parts of Tarrant County. It's 32 degrees in denton and Fort Worth; most of the rest of the area is teetering along the freezing mark. Greg Fields, WFAA-TV meteorologist

5:02 a.m. Temperatures aren't going to drop too far below freezing, but I am concerned about ice forming on bridges and overpasses during the rush hour. Pete Delkus, WFAA-TV Chief Meteorologist

5:01 a.m. North Texas Tollway Authority trucks with lights are patrolling the highway south of Interstate 635; several sand trucks are seen moving, but there's no ice. Temperature hovering between 33 and 34 degrees. Doug Boehner, WFAA.com

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North Texas radar at 4:40 a.m. Friday.

4:57 a.m. Southbound on the Dallas North Tollway to Interstate 635, there's no ice, no visible sand trucks; the temperature reads 34 degrees. Doug Boehner, WFAA.com

4:51 a.m. No ice reported on bridges and overpasses; we can watch for that to start materializing around 6 or 7 a.m. Alexa Conomos, WFAA-TV traffic

4:48 a.m. The Winter Storm Warning has been canceled for most of North Texas; a Freezing Rain Advisory remains in effect until noon for Tarrant and Denton counties and areas to the north and west. Pete Delkus, WFAA-TV Chief Meteorologist

4:44 a.m. Is fine to 121, no ice on bridges, sand trucks waiting on sides of the road. Doug Boehner, WFAA-TV

4:41 a.m. The roads across North Texas are slick with rain, but no ice reported. However, this could change by the 6:00 a.m. hour. Alexa Conomos, WFAA-TV

4:36 a.m. Cold rain continues to fall across all of the DFW area with isolated pockets of freezing rain and sleet from the west side of Fort Worth to Weatherford. Freezing rain is also reported in Decatur, Bridgeport, and Mineral Wells. In Dallas County and points east, temperatures are above freezing and thus no icy conditions are reported. As temperatures continue to slowly fall, the area of freezing rain will expand, mainly along and west of the I-35 Corridor. Steve McCauley, WFAA-TV

4:33 a.m. Frisco roads and bridges clear. Doug Boehner, WFAA.com

4:32 a.m. No school closings at this hour. However, Paradise ISD will have a delayed opening at 10:00 a.m. Cynthia Izaguirre, WFAA-TV

4:32 a.m. No school closings at this hour. However, Paradise ISD will have a delayed opening at 10:00 a.m. Cynthia Izaguirre, WFAA-TV

4:30 a.m. The drive south from Little Elm, through The Colony, west to Interstate 35E on Highway 121, and then south to downtown Dallas was uneventful. There was light to moderate rain on the length of the trip, but traffic was driving at posted speeds and there were no slick spots observed. Walt Zwirko, WFAA.com

4:00 a.m. Widespread rain continues across North Texas this morning with pockets of sleet and freezing rain to the west of the DFW area. Areas west of a line from Decatur to Weatherford to Stephenville to Hamilton are reporting a mix of sleet and freezing rain. So far, it is mainly just a cold rain for the DFW area. There is a slight chance that temperatures could briefly drop to near freezing by daybreak or shortly thereafter this morning which could cause a few slick spots on elevated surfaces, but with most areas in the immediate DFW area expected to stay above freezing, a widespread ice event is not likely. Stay tuned, however, for any unexpected sudden temperature drops. Steve McCauley, WFAA-TV

10:02 p.m. The North Texas Tollway Authority will have about 50 sand trucks patrolling tollroads overnight. TXDOT also plans to have crews on stand by heading into tomorrow morning. Those crews will work hard making sure all other bridges and overpasses stay safe. Bob Greene, WFAA-TV

10 p.m. A thin line of sleet has moved thorugh the area. But it will not cause problems. The system to the west of Dallas-Fort Worth, though, will cause problems. Freezing rain will hit right around the time the morning rush begins, about 6 a.m., but it will end by early afternoon. Pete Delkus, WFAA-TV

9:45 p.m. A winter storm warning remains in effect until noon Friday.

Light sleet and light rain continues to move into northwest portions of north Texas with additional areas of rain developing farther to the west. Temperatures will fall to below freezing overnight as the precipitation overspreads the area. Some light sleet accumulations are possible from Breckenridge to Denton to Sherman, then the precipitation should transition to freezing rain late tonight. Ice accumulations up to one quarter of an inch will cause significant icing on area roads into Friday morning. Conditions will improve around noon as temperatures warm above freezing and the system moves to the east.

A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow, sleet and ice are expected or occurring. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible. Slow down and use caution while driving. Bridges and overpasses will be the first places that icy spots will develop. Do not slam on the brakes when approaching an icy bridge or overpass. Instead, maintain a constant safe speed and coast across the ice. If you start to slide or skid, calmly steer in the direction of the skid to straighten the vehicle out and regain control. The National Weather Service

9:30 p.m. Areas of light rain are falling across the southern half of north Texas mainly along and south of Interstate 20. Accumulations of up to a tenth of an inch of rain are possible with isolated areas receiving up to a quarter of an inch. Also, areas of light sleet are falling as far north as Dallas-Fort Worth. No accumulation of sleet is expected through 11 pm and the sleet should melt as it hits the ground. The National Weather Service

9:30 p.m. It is sleeting near the school book depository in downtown Dallas. Doug Boehner, WFAA.com

9:25 p.m. The National Weather Service has issued a freezing rain advisory for north Texas and extended a winter storm warning for Denton County late Thursday in anticipation of freezing rain that's expected to encompass most of the Dallas-Fort Worth area early Friday. The advisory has been issued for much of the area from 9 tonight to noon Friday and could include freezing rain, sleet or a mixture of both, said Steve Fano, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service. Forecasters anticipate icy accumulation up to one-tenth of an inch Friday, which may make bridges, overpasses and elevated surfaces hazardous for some drivers. The Dallas Morning News

8:39 p.m. The North Texas Tollway Authority has approximately 50 sanding trucks that will be continuously patrolling the NTTA roadways. There are sand stock piles located strategically along NTTA roadways for sanding trucks to reload to enable prompt responses. Our command center staff will be monitoring NTTA roadways, as always, with extra staff available if need be. The command center staff will monitor our roadway sensors, which are located along the NTTA system at locations with an increased potential for freezing, to anticipate adverse conditions and dispatch the necessary resources. They will also be able to communicate any incidents or areas of concerns to NTTA motorists by using the large message signs located along the NTTA's roadways. NTTA

8:34 p.m. News 8 viewers reported seeing sleet in Fairfield and Mansfield. WFAA-TV

8:24 p.m.Areas of light to moderate rain are falling across the southern half of north Texas along and south of Interstate 20. Accumulations of up to a tenth of an inch of rain are possible. In addition some sleet may mix with the rain. Rain chances are expected to overspread much of north Texas tonight with a change over to freezing rain and sleet across much of the region. The National Weather Service

6:04 p.m. For the first time TXDOT workers will be watch the roads with DART and courtesy patrol crews at a new TXDOT command center in Mesquite. This should help clear accidents sooner. Alexa Conomos, WFAA-TV

6:03 p.m. Along with TXDOT, Dallas streets services started getting ready for what could be a slippery night and friday morning rush hour. The city started loading up about 30 trucks with a sand-salt mix. They'll take care of major dallas streets and bridges at midnight. Brad Watson, WFAA-TV

6:01 p.m. Winter storm warning and freezing rain advisory for North Texas. By midnight there will be light rain in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, with some sleet. By 6 a.m., more sleet and freezing rain. By midday, it will change from the wintry mix to rain. Pete Delkus, WFAA-TV

5:51 p.m. American Airlines has cancelled 14 incoming late night flights tonight. Generally these were scheduled to arrive after 9 p.m at DFW International Airport. They were selected on the basis of lower passenger count so as to inconvenience the fewest number of people. By cancelling the flights, American hopes it can get its remaining flights out of DFW in a more timely manner with fewer flights to de-ice. Operations will be reduced in the early morning hours. Also, through Saturday, passengers may alter their flight plans without being assessed additional fees or penalties. American Airlines

5 p.m. A moderate winter storm will move through North Texas tonight and tomorrow and give us light accumulations of sleet and freezing rain. Light rain will begin mid-evening and then mix with and change to sleet later this evening. Overnight we'll see the rain and sleet change to sleet and freezing rain. That's what will start the day with tomorrow and by midday the mix will change to light rain before ending tomorrow night. Pete Delkus, WFAA-TV

4:43 p.m.The bad weather assessment process for the Fort Worth Independent School District usually begins around 2 a.m. Personnel from the District's Operations Division fan out across the District observing driving conditions on all major bridges, overpasses and thoroughfares. Generally speaking the routes that buses and parents take to bring children to school are scrutinized. The decision to close or delay classes would come at approximately 5:30 a.m. FWISD

4:38 p.m. Fort Worth is gearing up for possible icy conditions Friday morning. Thirty-three sanding trucks have been loaded with a mixture of sand and 5 percent salt to treat bridges, major intersections and streets with elevations or major hills after freezing conditions occur. Eighty street services employees have been redeployed from their regular assignments to assist in the 24-hour sanding operation. However, some parts of the city may not be completed if roads remain icy. If you do experience a missed pickup, leave your garbage, recycling and brush at the curb for pickup on Saturday and call customer service at 817-392-EASY (3279) to report the miss. City of Fort Worth

4:35 p.m. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning from 9 this evening until noon tomorrow for Denton, Palo Pinto and Stephens Counties. WFAA-TV

4:32 p.m. News 8 Daybreak will start one hour earlier at 4 a.m. Friday. We'll have the latest on weather and road conditions. And the Daybreak crew will have all your weather closings, which will also be available at wfaa.com/closings . WFAA-TV

4:28 p.m. Fort Worth's largest shelter is making room for a higher number of homeless people. The Presbyterian Night Shelter is doubling its beds and increasing programs to help homeless veterans. About this time last year, more than 800 people stayed there to escape cold weather. The shelter could see a repeat tonight as the next winter blast moves into north Texas. WFAA-TV

4:25 p.m. Sand trucks are ready to roll in Fort Worth and Dallas. TXDOT also has stockpiles of sand in nine counties and says they are well prepared. Crews will also use magnesium chloride to treat major intersections, bridges and ramps if they freeze. WFAA-TV

3:36 p.m. State workers began spreading deicing chemicals on area bridges and underpasses Thursday afternoon to prepare for icy weather predicted to strike the morning commute. The northwest region of the Dallas/Fort Worth area will be under a winter storm warning from 9 p.m. Thursday to noon Friday. Extra crews were on hand for the Texas Department of Transportation Thursday afternoon to spread deicing chemicals on area bridges and overpasses, spokeswoman Kelli Petras said. "We have crews coming backing in at midnight to monitor the weather and make sure everything is working correctly," Ms. Petras said. Workers with Oncor Electric Delivery are on alert and available to go work at a moment's notice, spokeswoman Carol Peters said. During a power outage, Ms. Peters advised, avoid downed power lines and do not attempt to remove trees or branches that have fallen on power lines. Kelly High, Dallas' interim director of street services, said the city will deploy 30 sand trucks at midnight to search for icy patches. Each truck will carry two workers along predetermined routes, but if conditions worsen, they'll return to the truck yard and split up, effectively doubling the force, he said. Dallas Morning News

3:31 p.m. The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has issued a freezing rain advisory which is in effect from 9 p.m. this evening until noon Friday. The winter storm watch is no longer in effect.

Light sleet, rain or freezing rain is expected to move into the western part of North Texas late this evening. The precipitation will spread east overnight changing to a mix of rain and freezing rain. Average ice accumulations of one tenth of an inch or less can be expected in the advisory area.