Houston, TX – The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch until 7 p.m. Monday for much of southeast and east Texas, including the Houston, College Station, Lufkin, and Beaumont areas. Forecasters warn that conditions are favorable for severe thunderstorms capable of producing damaging wind gusts up to 70 mph, hail up to two inches in diameter, and isolated tornadoes.
According to the US National Weather Service Houston–Galveston, scattered storms are expected to develop this afternoon, followed by a stronger line of showers and thunderstorms moving southward through the region this evening and tonight. Residents are urged to stay alert as these storms could intensify quickly.
The watch covers several major population centers and counties such as Harris, Montgomery, Brazos, Polk, Angelina, and Jefferson, impacting more than 7.6 million residents. Weather officials noted that while evening storms may weaken if afternoon systems exhaust available energy, the risk for isolated tornadoes remains through tonight.
Drivers should prepare for rapidly changing conditions, including low visibility, lightning, and localized flooding. Those in mobile homes or outdoor areas are advised to have a safe shelter plan ready.
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