Galveston, TX – The National Weather Service (NWS) in Houston/Galveston is warning residents of increased fire danger and hazardous marine conditions through the end of the week.
According to the NWS, above-normal temperatures and very low humidity are expected across Southeast Texas through Saturday, raising the risk of wildfires. Relative humidity values are forecast to drop into the 20–30% range, with high to extreme fire danger centered around the Houston metro and surrounding counties, including Brazoria, Fort Bend, and Montgomery.
Residents are urged to avoid outdoor burning, dragging chains, or discarding cigarettes, as dry grass and gusty northeast winds could cause fires to spread quickly. The Texas A&M Forest Service has classified parts of the region under a “very high” to “extreme” fire danger rating through Friday.
Meanwhile, mariners should exercise caution along the Upper Texas Coast, where a Small Craft Advisory remains in effect until 1 p.m. CDT Friday. Winds from the northeast are expected to reach 15–25 knots, with gusts up to 30 knots, producing choppy bay waters and offshore seas up to 7 feet.
The NWS advises inexperienced boaters to avoid venturing into Gulf waters until conditions improve.
Temperatures are expected to stay in the upper 80s to low 90s through the weekend, with overnight lows in the 60s and 70s.
