San Angelo, TX – Large parts of Texas are bracing for severe weather today, with the greatest threats focused on the Permian Basin and parts of West and Central Texas, where storms could bring damaging winds, large hail, and isolated tornadoes.
According to the Texas Division of Emergency Management, the most intense conditions are forecast across areas like Midland, San Angelo, and Abilene, where the Storm Prediction Center has issued an Enhanced Risk level for Monday. That classification highlights a Level 3 of 5 threat, with meteorologists emphasizing the potential for significant hail and gusts exceeding 70 mph.
The National Weather Service in San Angelo warned that storm activity is expected to intensify late this evening, most likely after 10 p.m., and move eastward overnight into Tuesday morning. Areas between Sterling City and Junction are highlighted for the highest impacts. The outlook calls for scattered to widespread thunderstorms evolving into a line of potentially dangerous storms.
Meanwhile, the Houston-Galveston area remains under a Marginal Risk for severe weather, with isolated severe storms expected this afternoon into the evening. According to the National Weather Service Houston-Galveston office, gusty winds, hail up to 1 inch, and brief tornadoes are possible, especially west of the I-45 corridor. Marine conditions are also deteriorating, prompting a Small Craft Advisory along coastal waters.
Residents are urged to monitor alerts closely and follow guidance from local authorities. Emergency officials stress the importance of preparing for changing weather conditions and having a plan in place.
“Stay alert. Listen to local officials. Be ready to act,” Texas Division of Emergency Management posted on social media Monday morning.
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