Forecasters have predicted that severe thunderstorms could hit Texas this week.
Why It Matters
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Texas has been hit with severe winter weather this month, including snowstorms. Meteorologists are now warning that upcoming thunderstorms may bring damaging winds and hail.
People in the affected areas may face hazardous travel conditions due to the severe weather.
What To Know
Starting Wednesday night, a forecast map from AccuWeather reveals a potential for severe thunderstorms in various regions of central, eastern, and southern Texas. These severe weather conditions are expected to persist until Thursday night.
The cities in the affected area encompass Abilene, San Angelo, San Antonio, Austin, Waco, Dallas, Houston, and Longview.
Thunderstorms were expected to impact most of Louisiana and the southern half of Arkansas, according to the map.
According to the outlet, there is a warning for severe weather conditions including hail, heavy rainfall, and strong localized winds with gusts of 55 to 65 miles per hour.
According to AccuWeather meteorologist Alexander Duffus, showers are expected to move across central Texas throughout the day on Wednesday.
In the afternoon, as moisture and instability levels rise, a line of thunderstorms is set to form from Abilene to San Antonio by Wednesday night.
By Thursday morning, thunderstorms are expected to move eastward and affect the Dallas-Fort Worth and San Antonio areas, according to the forecast for this storm line.
According to Duffus, there is a possibility of thunderstorms lasting for several hours in the morning in the Dallas-Fort Worth and San Antonio metro areas. The main concern with these storms is the potential for heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding. Additionally, Duffus mentioned that there is a chance of strong winds and hail accompanying the storms.
What People Are Saying
According to AccuWeather meteorologist Alexander Duffus, showers and thunderstorms are expected to move across eastern Texas on Thursday, eventually reaching Houston and Lufkin in the afternoon. Duffus warns that these thunderstorms may strengthen, with some becoming strong and accompanied by enhanced low-level wind in the afternoon.
Severe thunderstorms are expected to pose a significant risk in southeastern Texas and Louisiana, with the potential to produce damaging winds, hail, and isolated tornadoes. The strongest storms are anticipated to occur on Thursday afternoon and Thursday night in these areas.
On Tuesday, the National Weather Service account for Houston, previously known as Twitter, stated that there will be isolated rain showers throughout the day and into the night. Additionally, sea fog will be added to the mix later tonight. The main focus, however, is on Thursday, as there is potential for strong to severe storms along a cold front. It is important to stay weather aware and stay updated on the latest forecast.
What Happens Next
Thunderstorms are expected to develop by Wednesday. Stay informed on developing conditions by following the NWS and local weather trackers.
