San Angelo, TX – A weather system is set to bring scattered thunderstorms across West Central Texas late Friday, with the potential for some storms to become severe. The National Weather Service (NWS) in San Angelo issued the alert, noting that the storms could include large hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes.
According to the NWS, the severe weather is expected to begin Friday evening and last through the early hours of Saturday morning. The primary threats include very large hail, potentially exceeding 2 inches in diameter, and winds strong enough to cause damage. Isolated tornadoes cannot be ruled out, although they are less likely.
The risk level for severe weather is classified as “slight,” which is a 2 out of 5 on the NWS scale. The system is expected to bring heavy rainfall, leading to localized flooding in some areas.
Residents are urged to monitor local weather reports and be prepared to take action if severe weather warnings are issued. It’s recommended to secure outdoor items and avoid travel in the event of a tornado warning.
