News Summary
Severe storms are forecasted to hit southeast Texas this evening, with a flood watch and potential severe weather warnings in effect. Strong winds and a confirmed EF-0 tornado have already caused significant power outages. A flood watch is active for multiple counties, raising flash flood concerns due to heavy rainfall expected. Residents are advised to stay informed and prepared for severe weather. Meanwhile, Hurricane Melissa is developing but poses no threat to the Gulf Coast. A cool front is expected to follow these storms, bringing pleasant weather next week.
Southeast Texas
Severe storms are forecasted to move through southeast Texas this evening, prompting a flood watch and potential severe weather warnings for residents in the area. The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch and a Tornado Warning for Louisiana, just east of Texas, which may still pose a risk to the region. The worst of tonight’s weather is expected to reach the Bryan/College Station area around 6-9 p.m. and downtown Houston around 10-11 p.m., moving offshore after midnight.
Earlier storms this morning led to winds exceeding 50 mph, causing power outages for over 167,000 CenterPoint customers as trees were downed and powerlines fell across multiple areas. The situation was further aggravated by the touchdown of a confirmed EF-0 tornado near Anderson, Texas, at approximately 2:30 a.m. Saturday, resulting in damage to homes in Grimes County.
A flood watch is now in effect until early Sunday for various counties in southeast Texas, including Austin, Brazoria Islands, Coastal Harris, Fort Bend, Grimes, Houston, Montgomery, and several others. Rainfall rates are predicted to exceed two to three inches per hour, raising concerns for potential flash flooding. Residents are advised to remain vigilant as isolated severe storms capable of producing wind and hail are a significant threat this evening.
Upcoming Weather Patterns
Following this round of storms, a cool front is expected to sweep through, bringing markedly pleasant temperatures and calm conditions early next week. Overnight lows are predicted to fall into the 50s and possibly some 40s by Friday morning, making Halloween a notably cool and dry day with temperatures not seen since early April. This shift to pleasant weather is anticipated to last after the turbulent weekend ahead.
Hurricane Melissa’s Development
Meanwhile, Hurricane Melissa has formed and is projected to become a major hurricane within the next 24 hours. The slow progression of Hurricane Melissa may result in flooding for Jamaica, which is forecasted to experience hurricane-force winds for up to 48 hours. However, meteorologists predict that the storm will quickly move into the Atlantic Ocean, posing no threat to the Gulf Coast areas.
For those planning to stay updated, live weather broadcasts will continue throughout the stormy events, especially as the flood watch remains in effect until 5 a.m. on Sunday morning. As a precaution, residents are encouraged to prepare for severe weather and stay informed on the latest updates regarding storm developments in the region.
With rounds of storms forecasted to persist into Saturday and possibly early Sunday, ensuring readiness along with being abreast of weather changes could be crucial for safety in southeast Texas.
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Additional Resources
- Fox 26 Houston: Houston Weather Thursday, October 23, 2025
- Wikipedia: Severe Weather
- Houston Chronicle: Houston Storm Threat Timeline
- Google Search: Flood Watch Texas
- Fox 26 Houston: Flood Watch Issued for Houston Area
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