FLOOD WATCH issued for Hill Country, Bexar County Wednesday night through Thursday night

FORECAST HIGHLIGHTS

• WEDNESDAY: Cloudy, areas of drizzle & sprinkles

• WEDNESDAY NIGHT: Storms in the Hill Country & west of San Antonio

• THURSDAY: A few periods of rain in San Antonio

• FLOOD RISK: Highest in Hill Country

• FRIDAY: Rain early, then clearing skies

FORECAST

WEDNESDAY NIGHT: STORMS WEST

Storms will flare up across the Rio Grande and Hill Country late Wednesday afternoon and evening. In this setup, storms are forecast to train over the same areas, which may result in heavy rainfall and flooding. These storms Wednesday night should stay west of San Antonio. Isolated severe weather is also possible, with hail and gusty winds the biggest threat.

THURSDAY: RAIN SPREADS EAST

Showers and storms will push east across South-Central Texas on Thursday. While storms should be a bit more tame, a strong storm or two can’t be ruled out. Isolated street flooding is also a possibility, but keep in mind it won’t rain all day – there will be breaks.

RAINFALL

In the Hill Country and west of San Antonio, rain totals will likely be the highest. Widespread 1″ to 3″ is expected, with a bullseye of 5+“. This is where flooding risk is the highest.

Around San Antonio, rain totals are expected to be a lot less. There will be a wide range of totals…from trace to 2 inches in spots. Flooding and severe weather a much less likely around the Alamo City.

FRIDAY: RAIN ENDS EARLY

A few leftover showers and storms will affect the area early on Friday, then a front will slide through clearing skies. Most of Friday will be quiet and mild.

MORE RAIN SUNDAY & MONDAY

Another storm system will arrive late in the weekend, creating another round of showers and storms. Stay tuned for more info!

ABBOTT ACTIVATES EMERGENCY RESPONSE

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Tuesday directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to activate state emergency response resources ahead of potential severe weather.

“Texas stands ready to deploy all emergency resources needed to help local communities across the state prepare and respond to severe weather,” Abbott said in a news release. “The safety of all Texans is our No. 1 priority. State and local officials continue to monitor the increased storm weather expected to affect communities across West, North, Central, Southwest, and East Texas. Texans are urged to check local weather reports and road conditions and have an emergency plan for themselves and their families. Remember: Turn Around, Don’t Drown.”

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