Houston, Texas – Thunderstorms packing damaging wind gusts, isolated tornadoes, and localized flooding are set to rumble through Southeast Texas from Saturday afternoon through early Sunday morning, as a strong cold front sweeps the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Houston-Galveston, the area remains under a marginal risk for both severe weather and excessive rainfall. Thunderstorms are expected to develop late Saturday and could intensify overnight, bringing hazards such as large hail, wind gusts over 50 mph, and brief tornadoes. Rainfall totals of 1 to 2 inches are likely, with isolated pockets of 2 to 3 inches, raising concerns for flash flooding in low-lying areas.
Cities at risk include Houston, Galveston, College Station, and Livingston, with roadways like I-45 and US-59 potentially seeing water pooling and hazardous travel conditions late Saturday into Sunday morning. Isolated waterspouts may also develop near the Gulf Coast, and elevated seas and marine winds could disrupt coastal activity.
Residents are urged to monitor updates and limit non-essential travel during the height of the storms. Power outages and minor flood damage remain possible, especially in flood-prone neighborhoods.
The National Weather Service may issue additional advisories as conditions evolve through the weekend.
