Kerr County, TX – Drivers along I-10 near the Kimble-Kerr County line could face sudden wind gusts and reduced visibility through 8:45 a.m. Sunday as a strong thunderstorm moves across the Hill Country.
According to the National Weather Service in Austin/San Antonio, radar tracked the storm at 7:54 a.m. about 10 miles north of Tuff, moving northeast at 40 mph. The storm is producing wind gusts over 40 mph and hail up to 0.75 inches in diameter, with impacts expected in Ingram, Hunt, and Mountain Home, as well as near the intersection of I-10 and U.S. 290.
Localized flooding is already a concern as torrential rain falls across northwestern Kerr and northeastern Real counties. Low-water crossings and rural roads could quickly become impassable, especially near creeks and drainage areas. Officials warn drivers not to attempt to cross flooded roadways, a leading cause of weather-related fatalities in Texas.
Frequent lightning is also being reported, with strikes capable of reaching areas up to 10 miles from the storm core. Outdoor activities across Kerr Wildlife Management Area and surrounding ranch lands should be postponed until conditions improve.
This storm is part of a broader severe weather setup across Texas and the southern Plains. Additional storms could redevelop later Sunday from Central Texas into East Texas and possibly into Louisiana, with the potential for isolated hail, damaging winds, and brief tornadoes.
Residents should secure loose outdoor items, charge devices, and remain indoors during active storms. Additional warnings may be issued through the day as conditions evolve.
