Austin, TX – A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for much of South Central Texas until 11 PM CST today, with storms expected to develop during the late afternoon and evening hours.
According to the National Weather Service Austin–San Antonio office, the watch includes areas along and east of the I-35 corridor, including Austin, San Marcos, New Braunfels, San Antonio, Uvalde, Eagle Pass and surrounding communities.
Storms forming between roughly 3 PM and 11 PM could produce large hail, damaging wind gusts and frequent lightning. Forecasters say locally heavy rainfall totals between 1 and 3 inches are possible in the strongest storms.
The weather system may impact drivers traveling along major roadways including Interstate 35 and nearby regional highways during the evening commute. Sudden downpours could lead to brief ponding on roads and reduced visibility.
According to the weather service, a severe thunderstorm watch means conditions are favorable for storms capable of producing damaging weather, though not every location will experience severe impacts.
Residents are encouraged to monitor alerts throughout the afternoon and evening and ensure they have multiple ways to receive warnings if storms intensify.
Drivers should also allow extra travel time if storms move through the Austin or San Antonio metro areas later today.
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