The National Weather Service has issued severe weather warnings for the Greater Houston area, including a tornado warning in Pearland and Sugar Land until 9:15 a.m.
Latest radar update: Strong to severe thunderstorms continue to push across the area. Take shelter now if you are in a warning! #houwx #txwx pic.twitter.com/Isi1iztQA6
— NWS Houston (@NWSHouston) February 14, 2017
Take shelter now! #houwx #txwx https://t.co/ygLUdpretk
— NWS Houston (@NWSHouston) February 14, 2017
The Texas Department of Transportation has also warned drivers, advising them to stay off roads until the storm passes.
Severe weather impacting the area. May be a good idea to wait it out before getting on the road. #StaySafe
— TxDOT- HOU District (@TxDOTHoustonPIO) February 14, 2017
Wind damage and power outages are also likely as the storm travels east across the area.
