The Christmas Blizzard of 2009 hit North Texas with a very powerful punch. Snow began to fall on the morning of December 24, 2009 and by the time it had stopped, over a foot of snow blanketed much of North Texas. Hardest hit was Iowa Park. With a total of 18 inches in less than 12 hours. Traffic along US 287 was at a standstill overnight. The National Gaurd was called out to rescue stranded motorist. Other area reports: Wichita Falls - 10 in, Burkburnett - 15 in, Henrietta - 10 in, Bowie - 10 in, Nocona - 12 in, Archer City - 8 in. http://www.facebook.com/group.php?v=wall&ref=search&gid=229566302168