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2 tornadoes leave extensive damage southwest of Houston, NWS confirms

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2 tornadoes leave extensive damage southwest of Houston, NWS confirms

The NWS confirmed two tornadoes — an EF-1 and an EF-0 — touched down in Wharton County, southwest of Houston, early Thursday morning. Author: Sammy Turner, Jaime E. Galvan, Stephen Goin Published: 1:31 PM CDT June 12, 2025 Updated: 4:27 PM CDT June 12, 2025 WHARTON COUNTY, Texas — Tornadoes left trails of extensive damage in Wharton County early Thursday, the National Weather Service confirmed. One EF-1 tornado with winds up to 100 mph touched…

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2 tornadoes confirmed during this morning's storms

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2 tornadoes confirmed during this morning's storms

The NWS confirmed two tornadoes — an EF-1 and an EF-0 — touched down in Wharton County, southwest of Houston, early Thursday morning. Author: Sammy Turner, Jaime E. Galvan, Stephen Goin Published: 1:31 PM CDT June 12, 2025 Updated: 4:10 PM CDT June 12, 2025 WHARTON COUNTY, Texas — Tornadoes left behind trails of damage in Wharton County early Thursday, the National Weather Service confirmed. One EF-1 tornado with winds up to 100 mph touched…

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Photos reveal aftermath of record-breaking flooding in San Antonio

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Photos reveal aftermath of record-breaking flooding in San Antonio

A car is shown submerged in floodwaters in San Antonio, Texas.  Courtesy of Zachary Wright/MySA Residents across Central Texas are left with with damaged property after the area experienced record-breaking rain, dangerous winds and a short-lived tornado on Thursday, June 12. Several towns, many of which are in the San Antonio metropolitan area, are also experiencing flash flooding, resulting in a number of road and river closures. The National Weather Service reports more than 1.6 inches…

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Decades of flooding: Princeville residents invited to meeting to address flood solutions

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Decades of flooding: Princeville residents invited to meeting to address flood solutions

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington District, is hosting a public information meeting on Thursday in Princeville to gather input and provide an update on the ongoing flood risk management project. Princeville residents have waited decades for solutions to flooding after several historic storms left the town nearly underwater. On Thursday, behind a weathered white picket fence in Princeville, Jimmie Hilliard sat quietly, reflecting on the decades he’s spent in the historic town. “I…

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2 tornadoes slam Texas town causing extensive damage

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2 tornadoes slam Texas town causing extensive damage

The NWS confirmed two tornadoes — an EF-1 and an EF-0 — touched down in Wharton County early Thursday morning. Author: Sammy Turner, Jaime E. Galvan, Stephen Goin Published: 1:31 PM CDT June 12, 2025 Updated: 3:04 PM CDT June 12, 2025 WHARTON COUNTY, Texas — Tornadoes left behind trails of damage in Wharton County early Thursday, the National Weather Service confirmed. One EF-1 tornado with winds up to 100 mph touched down around 3…

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Houston forecast: Heavy rain and strong storms trigger flood warnings in the Houston area

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Houston forecast: Heavy rain and strong storms trigger flood warnings in the Houston area

Flooding threatens Brazoria, Matagorda and Wharton counties amid heavy rain. HOUSTON — Thursday will bring another day with widespread showers and thunderstorms. Rain chances ramp up quickly through the early morning hours and continue through noon. We could see lingering showers through the afternoon.  Current watches and warnings: A Flood Warning is in effect until 3:30 p.m. for parts of south-central and southeast Texas, including Jackson, Brazoria, Matagorda, and Wharton counties. Between 3 and 10…

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2 Tornadoes leave extensive damage in Wharton County, NWS confirms

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2 Tornadoes leave extensive damage in Wharton County, NWS confirms

The NWS confirmed two tornadoes — an EF-1 and an EF-0 — touched down in Wharton County early Thursday morning. Author: Sammy Turner, Jaime E. Galvan, Stephen Goin Published: 1:31 PM CDT June 12, 2025 Updated: 1:31 PM CDT June 12, 2025 WHARTON COUNTY, Texas — Tornadoes left behind trails of damage in Wharton County early Thursday, the National Weather Service confirmed. One EF-1 tornado with winds up to 100 mph touched down around 3…

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Matagorda County issues disaster declaration due to severe weather

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Matagorda County issues disaster declaration due to severe weather

Heavy rainfall caused road closures and also knocked out power to thousands in Matagorda County on Thursday. MATAGORDA COUNTY, Texas — Leaders in Matagorda County issued a disaster declaration on Thursday due to ongoing severe weather. The declaration allows local authorities to do what they need to do to respond to issues caused by the storms and ensure their residents are safe. “Our biggest concern at this time is the impact of heavy rainfall and…

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Severe flooding forces closures across San Antonio. Here's a list.

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Severe flooding forces closures across San Antonio. Here's a list.

Severe flooding has forced several closures in San Antonio after heavy rains blanketed the region, causing power outages, high-water rescues and at least four fatalities on Thursday, June 12. The National Weather Service (NWS) has extended the flash flood warning through 1:45 p.m. From the overnight thunderstorm, 3 to 8 inches of rain have fallen in the region, according to NWS. An additional rainfall of 1 to 2 inches is expected as thunderstorms are likely to continue….

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Flood Watch extended until 7 p.m. Thursday | Weather Impact Alert

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Flood Watch extended until 7 p.m. Thursday | Weather Impact Alert

Stay updated with the KENS 5 Weather Team on this severe weather development and how it impacts you. SAN ANTONIO — IMPACT DAYS: Thursday, June 12 Reason: Heavy rain is possible with localized flooding, severe thunderstorms with hail up to the size of quarters and wind gusts up to 60 mph. The breakdown Showers and storms are expected to sweep through South Texas through Thursday, bringing potentially damaging wind gusts and hail to the area, according to…

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Texas county issues disaster declaration due to severe weather

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Texas county issues disaster declaration due to severe weather

Heavy rainfall caused road closures and also knocked out power to thousands in Matagorda County on Thursday. MATAGORDA COUNTY, Texas — Leaders in Matagorda County issued a disaster declaration on Thursday due to ongoing severe weather. The declaration allows local authorities to do what they need to do to respond to issues caused by the storms and ensure their residents are safe. “Our biggest concern at this time is the impact of heavy rainfall and…

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San Antonio hit with deluge of rainfall amid tornado, flood warnings

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San Antonio hit with deluge of rainfall amid tornado, flood warnings

Severe storms struck overnight in San Antonio and across South Central Texas, dropping a deluge of precipitation causing flash floods that left at least two dead. Continued weather warnings remain in effect, including a flash flood warning until 1:45 p.m. and a flood watch through 7 p.m.  According to the National Weather Service, there was 5.87 inches of precipitation observed at the San Antonio International Airport at 6:51 a.m. on Thursday, June 12, up from…

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Flash Flood Watch extended until 7 p.m. Thursday | Weather Impact Alert

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Flash Flood Watch extended until 7 p.m. Thursday | Weather Impact Alert

Stay updated with the KENS 5 Weather Team on this severe weather development and how it impacts you. SAN ANTONIO — IMPACT DAYS: Thursday, June 12 Reason: Heavy rain is possible with localized flooding, severe thunderstorms with hail up to the size of quarters and wind gusts up to 60 mph. The breakdown Showers and storms are expected to sweep through South Texas through Thursday, bringing potentially damaging wind gusts and hail to the area, according to…

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Weather Impact Alert: Heavy rain and strong storms trigger flash flood warnings in the Houston area

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Weather Impact Alert: Heavy rain and strong storms trigger flash flood warnings in the Houston area

Heavy rain and thunderstorms prompt a Flash Flood Warning in central Matagorda County until 11 a.m. HOUSTON — Thursday will bring another day with widespread showers and thunderstorms. Rain chances ramp up quickly through the early morning hours and continue through noon. We could see lingering showers through the afternoon.  Current watches and warnings: A Flash Flood Warning was issued for central Matagorda County until 11 a.m. At 6:59 a.m., Doppler radar and automated rain gauges…

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Weather Impact Alert: Heavy rain and strong storms trigger flash flood warnings in Houston area

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Weather Impact Alert: Heavy rain and strong storms trigger flash flood warnings in Houston area

Severe thunderstorms with gusty winds and hail hit Southeast Texas early Thursday, prompting flash flood warnings. HOUSTON — Thursday will bring another day with widespread showers and thunderstorms. Rain chances ramp up quickly through the early morning hours and continue through noon. We could see lingering showers through the afternoon.  Current watches and warnings: A Flash Flood Warning was issued for central Matagorda County until 11 a.m. At 6:59 a.m., Doppler radar and automated rain gauges…

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