Houston, TX – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a weather advisory for the Houston-Galveston area, warning of potential isolated thunderstorms later today. The combination of lingering heat and a weak frontal boundary is expected to trigger these storms, which may become severe in some areas.
According to the NWS, the storms are likely to develop between 4:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., with the western counties, including College Station and Columbus, at the highest risk. Residents should prepare for strong winds, frequent lightning, and locally heavy rainfall. The weather service emphasizes that some storms could produce marginally severe gusts, especially in areas highlighted in the slight risk zone.
The NWS urges residents to stay weather-aware throughout the evening. They recommend having multiple ways to receive alerts and being prepared to take action if necessary. With the storms expected to peak around 9:00 p.m., those in the affected areas should monitor local weather updates and ensure they have a safety plan in place.
