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Austin area under increased tornado watch for possible Wednesday storms
The southern and western portions Texas Hill Country, along with the Austin metro area, are under an increased threat of storms Wednesday night, April 26, according to an email from the National Weather Service. The NWS has increased the storm chances for the area from a marginal risk to a slight risk and reports that “lime size” hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes are possible.
The NWS has already issued a tornado watch for several counties north and northeast of Austin. The watch is in effect until 10 p.m. Wednesday, April 26.
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SBenitez/Getty ImagesThe “Rain Rock” worked wonders as Fiesta goers managed to escape the storms predicted for Tuesday, April 25. However, they might not be as lucky on Wednesday, April 26, as another round of storms is eyeing the San Antonio area and parts of the Texas Hill Country, according to the National Weather Service.
After a stellar evening of Fiesta activities, a cold front is expected to move into the area later in the evening, ushering in the possibility for more severe storms, according to the NWS. Outdoor festivities such as the carnival, the First Tee Invitational, and a Night in Old San Antonio (NIOSA) could be impacted as a result.
Storms are predicted to begin in the Hill Country after 9 p.m. on Wednesday with chances for large hail and damaging winds. The NWS added that if storms develop ahead of the affected area they could produce a tornado. While storms are forecasted to affect the eastern and central parts of South-Central Texas, the highest risk for storms will occur in counties such as Llano, Burnet, and Williamson, according to NWS.
A cold front is predicted to hit the area in the evening of Friday, April 28, according to the NWS, which is expected to bring a few more scattered showers and overnight storms lasting into Sunday, April 30. Predicted storms for Friday have a higher chance for severe weather in the region, but could always change.
More severe storms possible for Friday, April 28.
National Weather ServiceFriday’s low temperatures are expected to be in the 50s with highs in the 80s. Temperatures should be consistent throughout the remainder of the week, according to NWS.