More storms possible tonight after stormy afternoon
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A Severe Thunderstorm Watch continues for parts of the Hill Country until 11 p.m. for a few more strong storms possible later tonight. A severe thunderstorm with a history of producing 80 mph was moving rapidly across Mason County before 9 p.m. Hail golf ball size and larger was reported in Mason. The storm weakened slightly as it moved into western Llano County.
The majority of us have seen the strongest of the storms already move through but a few more storms could develop late tonight.
There will also be a risk for localized flooding, mainly in our northern and eastern counties, due to brief heavy downpours. Many areas received 1-2 inches of rain or more, with much of that falling in about an hour Thursday afternoon.
A few spotty showers/storms may linger on Friday but should be confined to counties east of the Austin-metro area. Most of us should stay dry Friday and through the weekend when afternoon highs return to the 90s.
The heat takes center stage this weekend into early next week.
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