News Summary
Residents in the San Antonio area are urged to take precautions as a flash flood warning and tornado watch are in effect until Tuesday morning. With rainfall reaching up to 2 inches in some areas and forecasts predicting another 1-3 inches, the risk of flooding is significant. A tornado watch is also in effect for 20 Texas counties. Citizens are advised to stay prepared for severe weather, watch for updates, and seek shelter if necessary.
Severe Weather Alert: Flash Flood Warning and Tornado Watch Issued for San Antonio Area
A flash flood warning is currently in effect for parts of Bexar, Comal, Guadalupe, and Hays counties until 3 a.m. Tuesday morning. The warning has been extended to include the San Antonio metro area, where rainfall has already reached up to 2 inches in some northern sections of Bexar County.
Weather forecasts indicate that an additional rainfall of between 1 to 3 inches is expected in the coming hours. This could significantly increase the risk of flooding along creeks, streams, highways, streets, and underpasses throughout the region. Due to these conditions, travel is not recommended, particularly on flooded roadways.
In addition to the flooding concerns, a tornado watch has been issued for approximately 20 counties in Texas, which includes the San Antonio and Austin metro areas. This watch is in effect until 10 p.m. Monday night and encompasses counties such as Atascosa, Bandera, Bexar, Blanco, Burnet, Comal, Edwards, Frio, Gillespie, Guadalupe, Hays, Kendall, Kerr, Llano, Medina, Real, Travis, Uvalde, Wilson, and Zavala.
Forecasts suggest that a line of strong to severe thunderstorms stretching from Boerne to Killeen will impact the I-35 corridor within the next few hours. These thunderstorms may produce dangerous conditions including large hail and damaging winds. The most substantial threat from these storms is expected to occur between 9 p.m. and 1 a.m.
Residents are urged to stay vigilant and be prepared to seek shelter immediately if a severe thunderstorm warning or a tornado warning is issued. For those without basements, the safest places to take shelter are interior closets or bathrooms located on the lowest level of the home.
Flooding and Travel Safety
The heavy rainfall has already led to predictions of street flooding, with anticipated rain totals likely ranging from 0.5 inches to 1.5+ inches. Because of this, officials are emphasizing the importance of not attempting to drive through flooded areas. Flash flooding can occur rapidly and poses serious risks to life and property.
Storm Conditions
Atmospheric conditions conducive to severe thunderstorms have been established due to a weak frontal boundary and instability in the air. The storms are expected to move eastward throughout the night, with the intensity of the storm activity diminishing by approximately 1 a.m. Tuesday.
In summary, residents in the San Antonio area should remain aware of their surroundings, stay informed about weather updates, and have a plan in place for severe weather conditions. Reports indicate that the combination of rainfall and potential for strong storms necessitates preparedness and caution over the next few hours.
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- Google Search: Texas Flooding Warning
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- Google Scholar: Flash Flood Warnings
- Dallas News: Live Radar and Strong Storms
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Tornado Watch
- Newsweek: Texas Flood Warning
- Google News: Severe Thunderstorms
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