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Houston, TX – Houston residents are urged to prepare for severe storms expected Saturday as the National Weather Service issues warnings. The threat level for the region, particularly east of I-45, is classified as level 2 of 5.
According to the National Weather Service, thunderstorms could begin in the early morning and intensify by the afternoon during peak heating hours. Hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes are possible, with the highest risk affecting areas stretching from Houston eastward to Louisiana and Mississippi.
Forecasters advise residents to remain weather-aware and monitor alerts through local news or NOAA Weather Radio. Emergency preparedness steps, including securing loose outdoor items and charging electronic devices, are highly recommended.
The storm system follows a period of calm weather Friday after previous storms disrupted the region earlier this week. While storm intensity may vary, the Houston metro area could see impacts linger into the evening hours.
For detailed storm updates and safety tips, visit weather.gov/Houston. Officials remind residents to avoid unnecessary travel during severe weather and follow local instructions if conditions worsen.
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