Following a series of severe storms that swept through southeast Texas, nearly 400,000 homes and businesses are currently without power. The city of Houston reported significant power outages, resulting in the release of over 100,000 gallons of sanitary sewage. Despite this, officials have assured residents that the city's drinking water remains safe.
Tragically, at least seven individuals lost their lives in the Houston area due to the storm's impact. As authorities work diligently to restore power amidst rising temperatures and humidity, millions in the Central Plains are now facing a severe weather threat.
The storms that hit Houston brought powerful winds of up to 100 miles per hour, causing widespread power outages. Some areas may experience prolonged power outages lasting days or even weeks due to damage to transmission infrastructure.
The impending heatwave poses additional challenges, with temperatures expected to reach the mid-90s. When factoring in humidity, it may feel even hotter, increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses. Areas like Brownsville, Corpus Christi, and Houston are likely to experience heat index values near or above 100 degrees.
As the South braces for rising temperatures, a new storm system is developing in the Rockies, heralding another round of severe weather in the plains by Sunday and Monday. Forecasters predict storms with damaging winds, large hail, and the potential for tornadoes, urging residents to stay vigilant.
Storms are forecasted to intensify across Kansas and Nebraska on Sunday before moving into the Midwest on Monday. Cities like Omaha can expect temperatures above average before the front arrives, with highs in the eighties. Showers and storms are anticipated as the workweek begins, gradually bringing temperatures back to the mid-seventies.
