Thunderstorm Threat Looms Over South Central Texas Amid Cold Front
Arlington, Texas – South Central Texas, including the major cities of Austin and San Antonio, are bracing for potential thunderstorms as a weak cold front sweeps through the region. The conditions could also lead to possible energy outages, prompting local energy companies to urge citizens to prepare for any eventuality.
CPS Energy Warns of Possible Outages
Ahead of the expected storms, CPS Energy, a primary utility provider, is cautioning residents of potential outages. The forecasted storms, characterized by lightning and strong winds coupled with localized flooding, could adversely affect power lines and cause outages. The company is closely monitoring the weather conditions and has crew members on standby ready to address any arising issues promptly. They, however, urge patience from their customers during this stormy spell as responding to outages might be challenging due to the possible dangerous driving and working conditions.
Weather Shift in Austin and San Antonio
The National Weather Service has forecasted isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms across the region, particularly affecting north and eastern counties. This unusual weather pattern ties in with stagnant frontal boundaries contributing to the erratic weather changes. The downpours are linked to a couple of cold fronts moving through Texas this week, likely to bring about a significant drop in temperatures.
In Austin, continuous updates show a 40% chance of thunderstorms Tuesday morning and afternoon, tapering down to 20% by Tuesday night going into Wednesday afternoon. Similarly, a 20% risk of thunderstorms persists in San Antonio from Tuesday morning through Wednesday, before sunny, clear skies return for the rest of the week.
Relief After the Storms
After enduring the potentially severe weather, the region, including San Antonio and Austin, should see drier weather with high temperatures hovering in the low 90s. Despite the warm temperatures, the humidity is expected to be considerably less, making the overall weather feel a bit cooler.
In anticipation of these adjustments, residents are urged to stay updated through reliable weather forecasting services and observe safety measures during extreme weather conditions. Additionally, for those who may experience power outages, CPS energy emphasizes communicating through their official channels for prompt assistance.
Stay Safe and Informed
With the impending storms, residents are encouraged to stay safe and informed. Severe weather conditions can be potentially dangerous, and as such, the importance of heed to alerts and taking necessary safety precautions cannot be overstressed. In any case, it appears brighter days are ahead as sunny, clear skies with cooler weather are forecasted towards the end of the week.