Houston weather: FOX 26 Storm Alert for Monday evening, expected storms

houston , Windy and muggy weather is expected this Monday afternoon. FOX 26 Tornado Warning is in effect for tonight and Tuesday morning.

storm warning

A tornado warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for parts of Austin and Waller County until noon. According to the NWS, a severe storm capable of producing tornadoes was located near San Felipe or Sealy, moving northeast at 20 mph.

threat of severe weather

A cold wave is on the way today, which will help bring isolated showers and thunderstorms in the mid to late afternoon. The strongest storms are expected to occur primarily north of I-10 and west of I-45, where damaging winds, hail and isolated tornadoes are possible. The storms are slowly moving southward and weakening late tonight and Tuesday morning as the boundary settles toward the coast.

You should expect the National Weather Service to issue either a severe thunderstorm warning or a tornado warning sometime late tonight – this means conditions are favorable for severe storms during the watch period.

delay in travel today

Heavy rain and high winds have disrupted air travel out of North Texas this morning, while Bush and Hobby airports could be affected by storms this evening and tonight.

Travelers should plan for possible delays, especially from late afternoon through tonight, as well as impacts from early morning rainfall elsewhere in Texas.

thanks outlook

A strong front moves through Tuesday night into Wednesday, bringing cool, dry air to the area.

Thanksgiving Day is expected to be pleasant and festive with low humidity and cool temperatures. Expect a chilly morning, then a sunny and cool day. Rain may return late Saturday night and Sunday.

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