News Summary
San Antonio is under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch lasting until 5 AM as storms gather strength from western Texas. Residents in Bexar County and nearby regions should prepare for large hail, strong wind gusts, and heavy rainfall. With a potential tornado watch issued, safety measures and awareness are crucial. Stay informed and take shelter if severe weather warnings arise.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Hits San Antonio Area: What You Need to Know
San Antonio residents, grab your umbrellas and hunker down! A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is currently in effect for the San Antonio area, including Bexar County, and it’s expected to last until 5:00 AM. This means things are about to get a little chaotic as storms gather strength, moving in from western Texas.
What’s Happening Out There?
Our weather experts are closely monitoring the skies, and they’re seeing some serious storm activity sprouting up. Right now, a severe thunderstorm is making its way across Uvalde County, heading straight towards Bandera County and Real. If you’re in these areas or nearby, you might want to pay extra attention!
Where Are The Storms Likely to Strike?
The heaviest impacts are expected along or north of Hwy 90, stretching from western Bexar County to Val Verde County. Don’t forget the picturesque Hill Country and Edwards Plateau, where severe storms are also on the horizon. Their expected presence brings with them a slew of potentially dangerous weather conditions!
What Can We Expect?
Brace yourselves for some large hail—we’re talking golf-ball-sized or even bigger, measuring in at 1 to 2 inches or more! And if you think that’s intense, wait until you hear about the wind gusts poised to hit a staggering 60 to 70 mph! Pair that with frequent lightning and heavy rainfall, and it sounds like Mother Nature is throwing quite the party!
Time to Take Cover
As the evening rolls on, the storms are expected to gradually lose steam after 5 AM, but don’t pack away those raincoats just yet! You might still hear the occasional rumble of thunder or experience lingering showers through sunrise. Stay alert, folks!
What’s Coming Up Next?
But hold on, the fun doesn’t just stop here! Future weather models are predicting more storm action to hit by Friday evening, particularly along the Interstate 35 corridor. This includes bustling cities like Round Rock, Austin, San Marcos, New Braunfels, and of course, our beloved San Antonio. The chances of seeing storms during this time are around 30%, especially between 5 and 10 PM.
Prepare for the Worst
If you’re wondering what else to expect, the strongest of the storms could produce some jaw-dropping hail—think baseball-sized! And with wind speeds potentially ramping up to 70 mph, residents are urged to keep their safety as priority number one.
Tornado Watch in the Area
It doesn’t stop here, though! A tornado watch has also been issued for a large swath of East Central and Northeast Texas until 9 PM. This affects cities including College Station, Huntsville, Corsicana, Tyler, Lufkin, and Texarkana. So keep those fingers crossed that the weather holds steady!
The Night Ahead
As the darkness of night sets in, a second wave of thunderstorms is expected to roll in overnight between 1 and 7 AM on Saturday. The potential for severe weather is still very much present, particularly across the Hill Country and here in the San Antonio metro area. So as tempting as it might be to get cozy, it’s important to monitor local news and take shelter immediately if a severe thunderstorm warning is issued. Make sure you stay away from windows, too!
Time to Stay Smart and Safe!
San Antonio, it’s time to stay aware and stay safe! Keep an eye on the skies and make sure you have a plan in place for whatever storms come our way. Not only will you protect yourself, but you’ll also help others stay informed in this potentially perilous weather situation. Now, let’s weather this storm together!
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Additional Resources
- News 4 San Antonio
- Wikipedia: Thunderstorm
- Express News
- Google Search: Severe Thunderstorm
- KENS 5
- Google Scholar: Thunderstorm Impacts
- KSAT
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Hailstorm
- Express News: Friday Storms
- Google News: San Antonio Storm Weather
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