Austin weather: Strong storms hit Central Texas
AUSTIN, Texas - It's Friday and we're back on storm watch. Several counties were under warnings that have now expired.
A Tornado Watch for Bell, Milam and Lampasas Counties is in effect until 6 p.m.
Earlier, a Tornado Warning was issued until 11:30 a.m. CDT for Bell County and Lampasas County and Lampasas was also under a Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 11:45 a.m.
Scattered storms are possible for all of Central Texas from noon to 5 p.m.
Brief heavy rain, lightning, small to moderate sized hail and gusty winds are likely with some of the storms.
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The slight risk (LEVEL 2) of severe storms is just to our north.
Stay weather aware! This is a sign of things to come not only this weekend but for the next week.
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