Absence of EF5 tornadoes maybe because of damage assessments, not changes in weather patterns

Absence of EF5 tornadoes maybe because of damage assessments, not changes in weather patterns

Research published by the American Meteorological Society suggests the more than decade long drought of the strongest tornadoes is due to stricter use of damage ratings versus any type of change to Mother Nature. As of January 2025, the United States has endured a period of nearly 12 years without a twister receiving the EF5 rating, marking the longest gap since reliable tornado reports began in 1950.

Spotty Showers and Freezing Drizzle Expected Overnight

Spotty Showers and Freezing Drizzle Expected Overnight

Light showers are expected tonight across the southeastern third of Texas. While most of the precipitation will be very light, we don’t expect any severe storms or flash flooding issues through Saturday morning. In areas where temperatures dip below freezing and light rain occurs, there might be minor ice accumulations on elevated and exposed surfaces […]

Friday Night Freezing Spit (Drizzle) Texas Update

Friday Night Freezing Spit (Drizzle) Texas Update

In parts of Central Texas, the Hill Country, South Texas, the Coastal Bend, and down into the Rio Grande Valley, we’ve been seeing some light rain and a bit of drizzle. Surface temperatures are staying nice and warm, hovering above freezing and ranging from around 34 degrees in the Hill Country to the lower 40s […]