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10/30/2023

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio TX
833 AM CDT Mon Oct 30 2023

TXZ173-187-189>194-204>209-219>225-302100-
/O.NEW.KEWX.WI.Y.0010.231030T1400Z-231030T2100Z/
Williamson-Bandera-Kendall-Blanco-Hays-Travis-Bastrop-Lee-Medina-
Bexar-Comal-Guadalupe-Caldwell-Fayette-Frio-Atascosa-Wilson-
Karnes-Gonzales-De Witt-Lavaca-
Including the cities of Georgetown, Bandera, Boerne, Blanco,
San Marcos, Austin, Bastrop, Giddings, Hondo, San Antonio,
New Braunfels, Seguin, Lockhart, La Grange, Pearsall, Pleasanton,
Floresville, Karnes City, Gonzales, Cuero, and Hallettsville
833 AM CDT Mon Oct 30 2023
..WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph
expected.

* WHERE...Portions of south central Texas including much of the
Coastal Prairies, the I-35 Corridor, and the eastern Hill
Country.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM CDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

08/22/2023

🚨 HAROLD MAKES LANDFALL 🚨

Tropical Storm Harold Advisory Number 5
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL AL092023
1000 AM CDT Tue Aug 22 2023
..HAROLD MAKES LANDFALL ON PADRE ISLAND TEXAS.....HEAVY RAINS AND TROPICAL STORM FORCE WINDS EXPECTED DURING THE
NEXT SEVERAL HOURS...

SUMMARY OF 1000 AM CDT...1500 UTC...INFORMATION
-----------------------------------------------
LOCATION...27.1N 97.4W
ABOUT 35 MI...55 KM N OF PORT MANSFIELD TEXAS
ABOUT 50 MI...80 KM S OF CORPUS CHRISTI TEXAS
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...50 MPH...85 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...WNW OR 285 DEGREES AT 21 MPH...33 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...998 MB...29.47 INCHES

WATCHES AND WARNINGS
--------------------
CHANGES WITH THIS ADVISORY:

None.

SUMMARY OF WATCHES AND WARNINGS IN EFFECT:

A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for...
* Mouth of Rio Grande to Port O'Connor, Texas

A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for...
* Port O'Connor to Sargent, Texas

A Tropical Storm Warning means that tropical storm conditions are
expected somewhere within the warning area.

A Tropical Storm Watch means that tropical storm conditions are
possible within the watch area.

Interests elsewhere in eastern Texas and northern Mexico should
monitor the progress of this system.

For storm information specific to your area, including possible
inland watches and warnings, please monitor products issued by your
local National Weather Service forecast office.

08/22/2023

🚨 SEVERE MARINE WEATHER ALERT 🚨

Special Marine Warning
National Weather Service Corpus Christi TX
833 AM CDT Tue Aug 22 2023

The National Weather Service in Corpus Christi has issued a

* Special Marine Warning for...
Baffin Bay and Upper Laguna Madre...

* Until 930 AM CDT.

* At 833 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing
waterspouts was located 7 nm east of Riviera Beach, or 34 nm south
of Portland, moving west at 30 knots.

HAZARD...Waterspouts and wind gusts to nearly 50 knots.

SOURCE...Radar.

IMPACT...Waterspouts can quickly form and capsize boats, damage
vessels and oil rigs, and create suddenly higher waves.
Make sure all on board are in a secure location and
wearing life jackets. Expect wind gusts in excess of 34
knots, suddenly higher waves, frequent lightning, and
heavy downpours.

* Locations impacted include...
Riviera Beach.

08/22/2023

🚨 TORNADO WARNING 🚨

A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 845 AM CDT FOR NORTH CENTRAL KENEDY COUNTY...

At 834 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 9 miles southeast of Riviera Beach, or 15 miles east of
Sarita, moving southwest at 15 mph.

HAZARD...Tornado.

SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.

This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
north central Kenedy County.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.

If a tornado or other severe weather is spotted, report it to the
National Weather Service or your local nearest law enforcement agency
who will send your report. This act may save lives of others in the
path of dangerous weather.

08/22/2023

🚨 TROPICAL WEATHER ALERT 🚨
TROPICAL STORM WARNING AREAS ADDED IN THE 4AM UPDATE

Tropical Storm Harold Intermediate Advisory Number 4A
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL AL092023
700 AM CDT Tue Aug 22 2023
..HAROLD EXPECTED TO MOVE INLAND OVER SOUTH TEXAS COAST LATER
THIS MORNING.....HEAVY RAINS AND STRONG WINDS MOVING ONSHORE IN THE WARNING
AREA...

SUMMARY OF 700 AM CDT...1200 UTC...INFORMATION
----------------------------------------------
LOCATION...26.2N 96.4W
ABOUT 70 MI...110 KM ESE OF PORT MANSFIELD TEXAS
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...45 MPH...75 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...WNW OR 285 DEGREES AT 18 MPH...30 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...1004 MB...29.65 INCHES

WATCHES AND WARNINGS
--------------------
CHANGES WITH THIS ADVISORY:

None.

SUMMARY OF WATCHES AND WARNINGS IN EFFECT:

A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for...
* Mouth of Rio Grande to Port O'Connor, Texas

A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for...
* Port O'Connor to Sargent, Texas

A Tropical Storm Warning means that tropical storm conditions are
expected somewhere within the warning area, in this case within 12
hours.

A Tropical Storm Watch means that tropical storm conditions are
possible within the watch area, in this case within 12 hours.

Interests elsewhere in eastern Texas and northern Mexico should
monitor the progress of this system.

For storm information specific to your area, including possible
inland watches and warnings, please monitor products issued by your
local National Weather Service forecast office.

08/22/2023

🚨 TROPICAL WEATHER ALERT 🚨
🚨 DEPRESSION HAS STRENGTHENED NOW TROPICAL STORM HAROLD🚨

Tropical Storm Harold Intermediate Advisory Number 3A
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
100 AM CDT Tue Aug 22 2023
..DEPRESSION STRENGTHENS INTO A TROPICAL STORM.....HEAVY RAINS AND TROPICAL-STORM-FORCE WINDS OVER PORTIONS OF
SOUTH TEXAS BEGINNING LATER THIS MORNING...

SUMMARY OF 100 AM CDT...0600 UTC...INFORMATION
----------------------------------------------
LOCATION...25.8N 94.4W
ABOUT 195 MI...310 KM ESE OF PORT MANSFIELD TEXAS
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...45 MPH...75 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...WNW OR 285 DEGREES AT 18 MPH...30 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...1004 MB...29.65 INCHES

WATCHES AND WARNINGS
--------------------
CHANGES WITH THIS ADVISORY:

None.

SUMMARY OF WATCHES AND WARNINGS IN EFFECT:

A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for...
* Mouth of Rio Grande to Port O'Connor, Texas

A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for...
* Port O'Connor to Sargent, Texas

A Tropical Storm Warning means that tropical storm conditions are
expected somewhere within the warning area, in this case within 12
hours.

A Tropical Storm Watch means that tropical storm conditions are
possible within the watch area, in this case within 12 hours.

Interests elsewhere in eastern Texas and northern Mexico should
monitor the progress of this system.

For storm information specific to your area, including possible
inland watches and warnings, please monitor products issued by your
local National Weather Service forecast office.

08/21/2023

🚨 TROPICAL WEATHER ALERT 🚨
🚨 TROPICAL DEPRESSION NINE 🚨
ADVISORY 2

Tropical Depression Nine Advisory Number 2
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL AL092023
400 PM CDT Mon Aug 21 2023
..TROPICAL DEPRESSION FORECAST TO STRENGTHEN BEFORE IT REACHES
SOUTH TEXAS.....TROPICAL-STORM-FORCE WINDS AND HEAVY RAINS EXPECTED TO BEGIN
OVERNIGHT...

SUMMARY OF 400 PM CDT...2100 UTC...INFORMATION
----------------------------------------------
LOCATION...25.2N 91.6W
ABOUT 375 MI...600 KM ESE OF PORT MANSFIELD TEXAS
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...35 MPH...55 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...W OR 275 DEGREES AT 18 MPH...30 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...1008 MB...29.77 INCHES

WATCHES AND WARNINGS
--------------------
CHANGES WITH THIS ADVISORY:

None.

SUMMARY OF WATCHES AND WARNINGS IN EFFECT:

A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for...
* Mouth of Rio Grande to Port O'Connor, Texas

A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for...
* Port O'Connor to Sargent, Texas

A Tropical Storm Warning means that tropical storm conditions are
expected somewhere within the warning area, in this case within 12
to 24 hours.

A Tropical Storm Watch means that tropical storm conditions are
possible within the watch area, in this case within 12 to 24 hours.

Interests elsewhere in eastern Texas and northern Mexico should
monitor the progress of this system.

For storm information specific to your area, including possible
inland watches and warnings, please monitor products issued by your
local National Weather Service forecast office.

DISCUSSION AND OUTLOOK
----------------------
At 400 PM CDT (2100 UTC), the center of Tropical Depression Nine was
located near latitude 25.2 North, longitude 91.6 West. The
depression is moving toward the west near 18 mph (30 km/h). A fast
motion to the west is expected to continue, and the system is
forecast to move inland over south Texas by midday Tuesday.

Maximum sustained winds are near 35 mph (55 km/h) with higher gusts.
Strengthening is forecast, and the system is expected to
become a tropical storm before it reaches the Texas coast.

The estimated minimum central pressure is 1008 mb (29.77 inches).

HAZARDS AFFECTING LAND
----------------------
Key messages for the depression can be found in the Tropical
Cyclone Discussion under AWIPS header MIATCDAT4 and WMO header
WTNT44 KNHC and on the web at hurricanes.gov/text/MIATCDAT4.shtml.

RAINFALL: The depression is expected to produce rainfall amounts
of 3 to 5 inches, with isolated higher amounts of 7 inches, across
South Texas on Tuesday and Wednesday. Areas of flash flooding will
be possible.

Across Mexico, rainfall amounts of 4 to 6 inches, with local amounts
of 10 inches, are expected across portions of northern Coahuila and
northern Nuevo Leon on Tuesday and Wednesday. Areas of flash
flooding are expected.

WIND: Tropical storm conditions are expected in the warning area
and are possible in the watch area early Tuesday.

STORM SURGE: The combination of a storm surge and the tide will
cause normally dry areas near the coast to be flooded by
rising waters moving inland from the shoreline. The water could
reach the following heights above ground somewhere in the indicated
areas if the peak surge occurs at the time of high tide...

Mouth of Rio Grande to Sargent, including Baffin Bay, Corpus
Christi Bay and Matagorda Bay...1 to 3 ft

The deepest water will occur along the immediate coast near and to
the north of the landfall location, where the surge will be
accompanied by large waves. Surge-related flooding
depends on the relative timing of the surge and the tidal cycle,
and can vary greatly over short distances. For information
specific to your area, please see products issued by your local
National Weather Service forecast office.

TORNADOES: A couple of tornadoes are possible across south Texas on
Tuesday.

SURF: Large swells generated by the depression will affect
portions of southern Texas tonight through Tuesday. These swells
are likely to cause life-threatening surf and rip current
conditions. Please consult products from your local weather office.

NEXT ADVISORY
-------------
Next intermediate advisory at 700 PM CDT.
Next complete advisory at 1000 PM CDT.

08/21/2023

🚨 BREAKING WEATHER ALERT 🚨

Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine Advisory Number 1
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
1000 AM CDT Mon Aug 21 2023
..TROPICAL STORM WARNING ISSUED FOR PORTIONS OF SOUTH TEXAS.....FLOODING RAINS AND COASTAL FLOODING ARE POSSIBLE...

SUMMARY OF 1000 AM CDT...1500 UTC...INFORMATION
-----------------------------------------------
LOCATION...25.0N 89.9W
ABOUT 480 MI...770 KM ESE OF PORT MANSFIELD TEXAS
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...30 MPH...45 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...W OR 275 DEGREES AT 16 MPH...26 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...1008 MB...29.77 INCHES

WATCHES AND WARNINGS
--------------------
CHANGES WITH THIS ADVISORY:

A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for portions of south
Texas south of Port O'Connor. A Tropical Storm Watch has been
issued from Port O'Connor northward to Sargent.

SUMMARY OF WATCHES AND WARNINGS IN EFFECT:

A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for...
* Mouth of Rio Grande to Port O'Connor, Texas

A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for...
* Port O'Connor to Sargent, Texas

A Tropical Storm Warning means that tropical storm conditions are
expected somewhere within the warning area, in this case within 24
hours.

A Tropical Storm Watch means that tropical storm conditions are
possible within the watch area, in this case within 24 hours.

Interests elsewhere in eastern Texas and northern Mexico should
monitor the progress of this system.

For storm information specific to your area, including possible
inland watches and warnings, please monitor products issued by your
local National Weather Service forecast office.

DISCUSSION AND OUTLOOK
----------------------
At 1000 AM CDT (1500 UTC), the disturbance was centered near
latitude 25.0 North, longitude 89.9 West. The system is moving
toward the west near 16 mph (26 km/h). A fast motion to the west
is expected to continue, and the system is forecast to move inland
over south Texas early Tuesday.

Maximum sustained winds are near 30 mph (45 km/h) with higher gusts.
Strengthening is forecast, and the system is expected to become a
tropical storm before it reaches the Texas coast.

Satellite images indicate that the system is becoming better
organized and it is expected to become a tropical depression later
today.
* Formation chance through 48 hours...high...90 percent.
* Formation chance through 7 days...high...90 percent.

The estimated minimum central pressure is 1008 mb (29.77 inches).

HAZARDS AFFECTING LAND
----------------------
Key messages for the disturbance can be found in the Tropical
Cyclone Discussion under AWIPS header MIATCDAT4 and WMO header
WTNT44 KNHC and on the web at hurricanes.gov/text/MIATCDAT4.shtml.

RAINFALL: Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine is expected to produce
storm total rainfall amounts of 3 to 5 inches, with isolated higher
amounts of 7 inches, across Southern Texas on Tuesday and Wednesday.
This rainfall could lead to areas of flash and urban flooding.

Across Mexico, storm total rainfall of 4 to 6 inches, with local
amounts of 10 inches, are expected across portions of Coahilla and
Nuevo Leon on Tuesday and Wednesday. Areas of flash and
urban flooding are expected.

WIND: Tropical storm conditions are expected in the warning area
and are possible in the watch area by Tuesday morning.

STORM SURGE: The combination of a storm surge and the tide will
cause normally dry areas near the coast to be flooded by
rising waters moving inland from the shoreline. The water could
reach the following heights above ground somewhere in the indicated
areas if the peak surge occurs at the time of high tide...

Mouth of Rio Grande to Sargent, including Baffin Bay, Corpus
Christi Bay and Matagorda Bay...1 to 3 ft

The deepest water will occur along the immediate coast near and to
the north of the landfall location, where the surge will be
accompanied by large waves. Surge-related flooding
depends on the relative timing of the surge and the tidal cycle,
and can vary greatly over short distances. For information
specific to your area, please see products issued by your local
National Weather Service forecast office.

SURF: Large swells generated by the disturbance will affect
portions of southern Texas tonight through Tuesday. These swells
are likely to cause life-threatening surf and rip current
conditions. Please consult products from your local weather office.

NEXT ADVISORY
-------------
Next intermediate advisory at 100 PM CDT.
Next complete advisory at 400 PM CDT.

08/21/2023

🚨 TROPICAL WEATHER ALERT 🚨

08/20/2023

08/17/2023

🚨 EMERGENCY ALERT 🚨

A BLUE ALERT has been issued from Harris County TX. Details in bulletin. Suspect shot and critically injured a HCSO Deputy.

08/17/2023

🚨 TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK 🚨

07/07/2023

🚨 WEATHER ALERT 🚨

A strong cluster of thunderstorms will impact portions of southeastern Hidalgo, northwestern Cameron and southwestern Willacy Counties through 115 PM CDT [wind: 40 MPH, hail: 0.00 IN] for Inland Cameron, Inland Willacy, Southern Hidalgo [TX]

07/05/2023

🚨 SPACE STORM WATCH ISSUED 🚨

A Geomagnetic Storm Watch is in effect through July 7, 2023. More info at swpc.noaa.gov

06/21/2023

🚨 SEVERE WEATHER ALERT 🚨

WATCH COUNTY NOTIFICATION FOR WATCH 354
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE AUSTIN/SAN ANTONIO TX
606 PM CDT WED JUN 21 2023

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH
354 IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM CDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING
AREAS

IN TEXAS THIS WATCH INCLUDES 18 COUNTIES

IN SOUTH CENTRAL TEXAS

BANDERA BASTROP BEXAR
BLANCO BURNET CALDWELL
COMAL FAYETTE GONZALES
GUADALUPE HAYS KENDALL
LEE MEDINA TRAVIS
UVALDE WILLIAMSON WILSON

THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF AUSTIN, BANDERA, BASTROP, BLANCO,
BOERNE, BURNET, FLORESVILLE, GEORGETOWN, GIDDINGS, GONZALES,
HONDO, LA GRANGE, LOCKHART, NEW BRAUNFELS, SAN ANTONIO,
SAN MARCOS, SEGUIN, AND UVALDE.

06/20/2023

🚨 EXTREME WEATHER ALERT 🚨
238 PM CDT Tue Jun 20 2023
..HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING.....EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 7 PM CDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 114. For
the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with
heat index values up to 117 expected.

* WHERE...Hidalgo, Brooks, Inland Kenedy, Starr, Inland Willacy,
and Inland Cameron Counties.

* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 8 PM CDT this evening. For
the Excessive Heat Warning, from noon to 7 PM CDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly
increase the potential for heat related illnesses,
particularly for those working or participating in outdoor
activities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

06/19/2023

Temperatures are topping out between 105° to 112° for areas away from the coast this afternoon with another hour or two until some areas typically experience the hottest part of the day. More heat is on the way the rest of the week with no real end in sight.

06/19/2023

🚨 TROPICAL WEATHER ALERT 🚨
Bret has formed.

Tropical Storm Bret Advisory Number 2
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
AL032023
500 PM AST Mon Jun 19 2023
..TROPICAL STORM BRET FORMS OVER THE CENTRAL ATLANTIC.....INTERESTS IN THE LESSER ANTILLES SHOULD MONITOR THIS SYSTEM...

SUMMARY OF 500 PM AST...2100 UTC...INFORMATION
----------------------------------------------
LOCATION...11.3N 42.2W
ABOUT 1295 MI...2085 KM E OF THE SOUTHERN WINDWARD ISLANDS
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...40 MPH...65 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...W OR 280 DEGREES AT 21 MPH...33 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...1008 MB...29.77 INCHES

WATCHES AND WARNINGS
--------------------
There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.

Interests in the Lesser Antilles should monitor the progress of this system.

DISCUSSION AND OUTLOOK
----------------------
At 500 PM AST (2100 UTC), the center of Tropical Storm Bret was
located near latitude 11.3 North, longitude 42.2 West. Bret is moving toward the west near 21 mph (33 km/h), and this motion is expected to to continue for the next several days. On the forecast track, the system should be approaching the Lesser Antilles late this week.

Maximum sustained winds have increased to near 40 mph (65 km/h) with higher gusts. Strengthening is forecast, and Bret could become a hurricane in a couple of days.

Tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 45 miles (75 km) from the center.

The estimated minimum central pressure is 1008 mb (29.77 inches).

NEXT ADVISORY
-------------
Next complete advisory at 1100 PM AST.

06/19/2023

🚨🟣 EXTREME WEATHER ALERT UPDATE 🟣🚨
EXTENDED UNTIL WEDNESDAY JUNE 19 at 9PM
223 PM CDT Mon Jun 19 2023
..EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values between 108 and 120 and high temperatures between 103 and 114.

* WHERE...All of South Central Texas.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.

Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

06/19/2023

TROPICAL WEATHER ALERT
TROPICAL DEPRESSION THREE

BULLETIN
Tropical Depression Three Advisory Number 1
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
AL032023
1100 AM AST Mon Jun 19 2023
..TROPICAL DEPRESSION THREE FORMS OVER THE CENTRAL ATLANTIC.....INTERESTS IN THE LESSER ANTILLES SHOULD MONITOR THIS SYSTEM...

SUMMARY OF 1100 AM AST...1500 UTC...INFORMATION
-----------------------------------------------
LOCATION...11.0N 40.3W
ABOUT 1425 MI...2295 KM E OF THE SOUTHERN WINDWARD ISLANDS
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...35 MPH...55 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...W OR 275 DEGREES AT 21 MPH...33 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...1009 MB...29.80 INCHES

WATCHES AND WARNINGS
--------------------
There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.

Interests in the Lesser Antilles should monitor the progress of this system.

DISCUSSION AND OUTLOOK
----------------------
At 1100 AM AST (1500 UTC), the center of Tropical Depression Three was located near latitude 11.0 North, longitude 40.3 West. The depression is moving toward the west near 21 mph (33 km/h), and this motion is expected to continue for the next several days. On the forecast track, the system should be approaching the Lesser Antilles late this week.

Maximum sustained winds are near 35 mph (55 km/h) with higher gusts. Some strengthening is forecast, and the depression is forecast to become a hurricane in a few days.

The estimated minimum central pressure is 1009 mb (29.80 inches).

HAZARDS AFFECTING LAND
----------------------
Key messages for the depression can be found in the Tropical Cyclone
Discussion under AWIPS header MIATCDAT3, WMO header
WTNT43 KNHC and on the web at hurricanes.gov/text/MIATCDAT3.shtml

NEXT ADVISORY
-------------
Next complete advisory at 500 PM AST.

06/15/2023

🟣🚨 EXTREME WEATHER WARNING🚨🟣

EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT THIS
EVENING.....EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TO 7 PM CDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the first Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot
conditions with heat index values up to 119. For the second
Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat
index values up to 119 expected.

* WHERE...Hidalgo, Brooks, Inland Kenedy, and Starr Counties.

* WHEN...For the first Excessive Heat Warning, until 8 PM CDT
this evening. For the second Excessive Heat Warning, from 1 PM
to 7 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase
the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those
working or participating in outdoor activities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

06/13/2023

🚨 EXTREME WEATHER ALERT 🚨

HEAT ADVISORY already issued for tomorrow as well!

HEAT ADVISORY valid at Jun 14, 1:00 PM CDT for Coastal Cameron, Coastal Kenedy, Coastal Willacy, Inland Cameron, Inland Willacy, Jim Hogg, Northern Hidalgo, Southern Hidalgo, Starr, Zapata [TX] till Jun 14, 7:00 PM CDT

HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING.....HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TO 7 PM CDT WEDNESDAY.....EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the first Heat Advisory today, heat index values up
to 114. For the second Heat Advisory on Wednesday, heat index
values up to 115 expected. For the Excessive Heat Watch,
dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 118
possible.

* WHERE...Brooks and Inland Kenedy Counties.

* WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 7 PM CDT this
evening. For the second Heat Advisory, from 1 PM to 7 PM CDT
Wednesday. For the Excessive Heat Watch, from Thursday
afternoon through Thursday evening.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly
increase the potential for heat related illnesses,
particularly for those working or participating in outdoor
activities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Be prepared to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-
conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives
and neighbors.

Young children and pets should never be left unattended in
vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially true during
warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal
temperatures in a matter of minutes.

06/12/2023

🚨 EXTREME WEATHER ALERT 🚨

HEAT ADVISORY for Brooks, Coastal Cameron, Coastal Kenedy, Coastal Willacy, Inland Cameron, Inland Kenedy, Inland Willacy, Jim Hogg, Northern Hidalgo, Southern Hidalgo, Starr, Zapata [TX] till Jun 12, 7:00 PM CDT
..HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 113 expected.

* WHERE...Portions of Deep South Texas.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses to occur.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heat Advisories are likely for all or part
of the area through the weekend.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

06/05/2023

🚨 SEVERE WEATHER ALERT 🚨

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Brownsville TX
335 PM CDT Mon Jun 5 2023

The National Weather Service in Brownsville has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northeastern Hidalgo County in Deep South Texas...

* Until 415 PM CDT.

* At 334 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Puerto Rico,
or 9 miles northeast of Mccook, moving southeast at 20 mph.

HAZARD...Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail
damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect
wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
San Manuel, Linn, Faysville, Puerto Rico, Red Gate, Doolittle,
Edinburg South Texas International Airport
Edinburg South Texas International Airport and Mcallen.

This includes the following highways...
Interstate Highway 69 C near mile marker 12.
US Highway 281 between mile markers 748 and 764.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.