First Alert Weather Extra

After a dry, but once again hot, afternoon, the chance for rain will return to East Texas tomorrow. While the chance for rain is low (20%), showers and any isolated thunderstorms could prove to be disruptive for any outdoor activities (such as the Great Texas Balloon Race taking place in Longview this week). Saturday will also have a low chance for rain, but the chance for showers and thunderstorms increases Sunday into next week with our next cold front. High temperatures will remain in the mid 90s or so through the end of the week and into the weekend. On Monday, a cold front will drop highs into the 80s for Monday and Tuesday before we climb back into the 90s by next Wednesday. Our highest chances for rain over the next seven days will come ahead of the front on Sunday, and then with and behind the front on Monday and Tuesday. At this time, there is no risk for severe weather from the Storm Prediction Center.   On this day in weather history... In 1915, an estimated F4 tornado, nearly 1 mile wide, moved through the area of Mullinville, Kansas. Thanks to the high visibility and time of day, no one was hurt or killed. The daily weather history segments come to us courtesy of the Southeast Regional Climate Center.   Also on today's show, an update on our El Niño status and what that means for the summer and winter ahead. Additionally, a new drought monitor was released today, and we have a weather word since one was not included yesterday. Finally, we'll look at thunderstorms moving across the country today's satellite imagery of the day, courtesy of the Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere.

A few showers and an isolated thunderstorm or two will remain possible through the early evening hours before the sun goes down. Overnight, temperatures will drop into the 70s as we see mostly clear skies turn mostly cloudy by daybreak Thursday. Tomorrow afternoon will be partly cloudy to mostly sunny, and highs will be in the mid 90s. Low chances for rain remain in the forecast for Friday and Saturday as the above normal summer heat persists into the weekend. On Sunday, our chance for showers and thunderstorms will increase ahead of a cold front on Monday. The chance for rain will remain elevated through Monday and Tuesday. At this time, there is no risk for severe weather in the forecast through the wetter period expected this weekend into early next week. After the passing of the cold front on Monday, highs will run near to below normal for a couple of days before we climb back into the mid 90s by the end of next week.   On this day in weather history... In 1752, according to legend, Benjamin Franklin's infamous kite experiment took place when he attached a key to a kite string, attempting to conduct lightning during a storm. Also, on this day in 1938, an estimated F5 struck Clyde, Texas. These daily weather history statements come to us courtesy of the Southeast Regional Climate Center.   Also on today's show, an update on potential tropical activity in the Gulf, and Colorado State University has released an updated Atlantic hurricane season outlook. Finally, we'll look at a smoke plume in Nebraska in today's satellite imagery of the day, courtesy of the Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere.

Low chances for rain remain in the forecast for tomorrow as highs are expected to be in the low to mid 90s. Thursday still looks dry before more rain is in the forecast for Friday and the weekend. The chances for rain Sunday into next week have increased as a cold front is still expected to move into East Texas on Monday. High temperatures will generally run above normal through the end of this week. After the cold front arrives next week, there will be at least a couple day where highs are near normal. We also have an update on the long-range tropical weather outlook through the end of the month.   On this day in weather history, a F4 devastated Worcester, MA; it remains New England's worst tornado.   Plus, updates on national weather stories including storms in the Midwest and wildfires in the West. Lastly, we'll look at our satellite image of the day.

A few showers and thunderstorms will be possible Tuesday and Wednesday, then Thursday looks dry. A higher chance for showers and storms is in the forecast  for the weekend and early next week as the upper-level pattern shifts. A cold front looks to arrive in East Texas on Monday, dropping highs back into the low 90s. A period of unsettled weather with daily chances for rain may take hold next week.   On this day in weather history, the first ever motion picture recording of a tornado was captured in 1951.   Plus, updates on national weather stories including flooding in the Midwest and Deep South, to the drought emergency in Colorado. Lastly, we'll cover our weekly forecast accuracy and take a look at some satellite images of the day.

East Texas will experience a break from the above normal heat the rest of the week, with highs staying near to below normal through the weekend. Scattered showers and storms are expected once again on Thursday. The chances for rain continue into the weekend, with the highest chance for showers and storms being Saturday. The pattern shifts next week when high pressure builds overhead. This system will suppress rain chances while pushing temperatures back into the mid 90s - above our normal for this time of year.   Today in history... June 3, 1965, astronaut Edward H. White made history during the Gemini 4 spaceflight by becoming the first American to walk in space.   This week's weather word is "zephyr" - which is a soft, gentle breeze.   Finally, satellites observed clouds forming over the Houston area Tuesday afternoon as roadways induced convection outlining local infrastructure.

Scattered showers and thunderstorms will continue across East Texas before coming to an end by midnight night. A backdoor cold front will bring cooler and near-normal temperatures to the area for the rest of the week. While we will have a daily chance for rain over the next 7 to 10 days, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday look to be the wettest days of the forecast. High pressure will return by the middle of next week, mostly bringing an end to the rain and driving highs back into the mid 90s.   On this day in 1995, two large tornadoes struck cities in West Texas. They were observed by research teams that collected data on the storms.   The long-range forecasts from the Climate Prediction Center place East Texas in an area to experience near-normal temperatures and trending wetter than normal in the 8-14 day range. The latest long-range tropical weather outlook shows outlines and area of possible development off the west coast of Mexico for mid-June.

On this episode of First Alert Weather Extra, meteorologist Andrew Tate returns with a full look at the East Texas forecast as meteorological summer and Atlantic hurricane season officially begin on June 1. The show starts with the seven-day forecast, including a hot Tuesday with highs in the mid-90s and a 50% chance for scattered showers and thunderstorms. While a few storms could produce small hail or briefly stronger conditions, there is currently no severe weather risk expected for East Texas. Rain chances continue through the end of the week and into the weekend, with many areas expected to pick up at least a half-inch of rain over the next seven days. Andrew also explains the upper-level weather pattern driving the forecast, including how high pressure, sometimes called a “heat dome,” is keeping temperatures hot before shifting east and allowing storm chances to increase later in the week. The long-range outlook shows near-normal to slightly warmer conditions ahead, with wetter-than-normal trends continuing for East Texas. The episode also marks the start of Atlantic hurricane season, with an update on the tropics and a reminder that even in a quieter season, it only takes one storm to create major impacts. Andrew also shares a weather history segment on a violent F4 tornado near Bakersfield Valley, Texas, highlights an international dust storm in China, and closes with the latest First Alert forecast accuracy report and satellite image of the day.

On this episode of First Alert Weather Extra, meteorologist Andrew Tate returns with a detailed look at the ongoing rainy pattern across East Texas. Rain and thunderstorm chances are expected to continue through the end of the week, into Memorial Day weekend, and possibly through much of next week. Andrew breaks down the day-by-day forecast, including a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms Thursday, lower rain chances Friday, then renewed scattered showers and storms Saturday, Sunday, and Memorial Day Monday. While the Storm Prediction Center does not currently have East Texas under a severe weather risk, Andrew explains why isolated stronger storms and periods of heavy rain still need to be monitored. The episode also focuses on the growing flooding concern, with the Weather Prediction Center placing East Texas under a medium risk for flooding Thursday and additional flooding risks possible over the weekend. Andrew highlights the latest seven-day rainfall forecast, showing parts of East Texas could see 4 to 7 inches of rain over the next week. You’ll also hear the latest long-range outlook from the Climate Prediction Center, which keeps East Texas leaning wetter than normal into early June, along with continued chances for heavy rain and possible flooding. Plus, Andrew looks back at the devastating May 20, 2013 Moore, Oklahoma EF5 tornado, shares astronomy and national weather stories, introduces the Weather Word Wednesday term “torbanada,” and features satellite imagery of von Kármán vortices and a major line of storms stretching from Mexico to Canada. If you’re looking for a clear, local breakdown of East Texas rain chances, Memorial Day weekend weather, flooding potential, and the extended forecast, this episode has you covered.

On this episode of First Alert Weather Extra, meteorologist Andrew Tate wraps up a quiet week across East Texas and looks ahead to a much wetter pattern developing next week. While the weekend is expected to stay mostly dry, warm, and breezy, rain chances increase by Monday and continue through much of the week, with the highest chances for showers and thunderstorms currently focused on Tuesday and Wednesday. Andrew breaks down the latest seven-day forecast, expected rainfall totals, and why 2 to 3 inches of rain could be possible across parts of East Texas over the next week. He also explains why the Storm Prediction Center does not currently have East Texas under a severe weather risk, while still noting that flooding concerns may need to be monitored as daily rain chances continue. The episode also takes a deeper look at the long-range weather pattern heading toward Memorial Day, including moisture from the Pacific and Gulf of Mexico, a developing storm system over the Rockies and Southern Plains, and a continued signal for wetter-than-normal conditions in East Texas. Andrew also reviews the latest drought monitor, explains how upcoming rain could help drought conditions, and discusses the first National Hurricane Center tropical outlook of the 2026 season. Also featured: a weather history segment on the May 15, 2013 Granbury and Cleburne tornadoes, an update on a new Guadalupe River flood warning system following deadly Central Texas flooding, a science story about a newly identified dinosaur species, and two standout satellite images of the day, including wildfires sparked by lightning in the Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles and stunning von Kármán vortices near the Canary Islands.

On this episode of First Alert Weather Extra, meteorologist Andrew Tate previews the next round of unsettled weather across East Texas, including a low storm chance tonight, a First Alert Weather Day on Wednesday, and another possible round of rain on Mother’s Day Sunday. Andrew explains where storms could develop along the I-30 corridor, why Wednesday afternoon and evening carry the better chance for stronger thunderstorms, and what the main threats look like right now, including damaging winds, large hail, and a low tornado risk. He also walks through the latest seven-day forecast, expected rainfall totals, and what to expect from Thursday into the weekend as rain chances gradually decrease before rising again on Sunday. The episode also takes a broader look at the weather pattern driving East Texas conditions, including northwest flow, Pacific moisture, a cold front, and how these features may keep rain in the forecast into next week before drier weather potentially returns. In addition, Andrew shares a weather history segment on the May 5–6, 1930 tornado outbreak, highlights a fascinating space-weather-adjacent science story about a distant icy world beyond Pluto, and features two satellite images of the day showing a major North American storm system and a dust storm over Illinois. Listeners also get an important programming note: because Wednesday is expected to be an active weather day, there will be no new episode on Wednesday, with First Alert Weather Extra returning on Thursday. If you want a clear, local forecast covering East Texas storm timing, Wednesday severe weather risk, Mother’s Day rain chances, and the extended outlook, this episode has you covered.

On this episode of First Alert Weather Extra, meteorologist Andrew Tate previews the next round of active weather for East Texas, with a focus on a First Alert Weather Day on Wednesday and additional rain chances heading into the Mother’s Day weekend. He explains why Tuesday looks mostly quiet for most areas, why storm chances increase by Wednesday afternoon and evening, and where a few stronger storms could develop, especially near the I-30 corridor and across parts of the region. Andrew walks through the latest seven-day forecast, futurecast timing, expected rainfall totals, and the uncertainty surrounding storm development later this week. He also highlights how forecast trends may shift over the next few days, especially for Mother’s Day Sunday, where rain chances could increase. Beyond the daily forecast, this episode also explores the larger weather pattern shaping the week ahead, including northwest flow, a developing storm system, and the possibility of warmer temperatures and changing rain chances into mid-May. Andrew also discusses ongoing drought conditions in East Texas, shares a national report on how drought is impacting farmers in Virginia, and reviews the station’s latest forecast accuracy report. The episode also includes a weather history spotlight on the May 3–4, 1999 Great Plains tornado outbreak, including the first-ever tornado emergency, plus a look at the featured satellite image of the day. If you want a detailed local forecast covering East Texas storm chances, Wednesday severe weather risk, Mother’s Day rain potential, and drought conditions, this episode has you covered.

On this episode of First Alert Weather Extra, meteorologist Andrew Tate provides a live First Alert Weather Day update as severe thunderstorms move across East Texas. The focus is on active severe thunderstorm warnings, a hail threat impacting areas including Smith, Cherokee, and Rusk counties, and what viewers can expect as storms continue through the evening. Andrew breaks down the latest radar trends, including storms near Athens, Bullard, Mount Selman, Mixon, and northern Cherokee County, and explains why large hail is the primary concern while the tornado risk remains very low. He also looks ahead to the rest of the week, highlighting the transition from isolated severe weather concerns to a greater threat of heavy rain and flooding on Thursday and Friday. The episode also includes a detailed look at the seven-day forecast, rainfall totals, and the long-range outlook into next week, along with a Today in Weather History segment about the devastating April 29, 2017 East Texas tornado outbreak. Plus, Andrew recaps severe weather impacts in North Texas, including the EF3 tornado near Mineral Wells, and wraps up with the show’s Weather Word Wednesday and satellite image of the day. If you’re looking for a local, detailed forecast covering East Texas hail threats, severe thunderstorm timing, flood risk, and the week ahead, this episode delivers the full breakdown.

On this episode of First Alert Weather Extra, meteorologist Andrew Tate delivers a special First Alert Weather Day update as severe thunderstorms approach East Texas. He breaks down the latest live radar trends, explains the tornado watch now in effect, and walks viewers through the expected timing of storms from Dallas-Fort Worth into East Texas through the evening and overnight hours. This episode focuses on the biggest threats, including very large hail, damaging winds, an isolated tornado risk, and the potential for heavy rain and flooding later in the week. Andrew also explains the weather setup behind the storm threat, including the impact of a cold front and dry line, and shows how the risk evolves from Tuesday night into Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. You’ll also get an updated look at the seven-day forecast, projected rainfall totals, and the longer-range outlook heading into next week. Plus, the episode includes a weather history segment on the 2011 Super Outbreak, a look at severe weather damage across other parts of the country, and the show’s featured satellite image of the day.

On this episode of First Alert Weather Extra, meteorologist Andrew Tate takes a deep dive into a stormy week ahead across East Texas. With First Alert Weather Days in place from Monday night through Friday, Andrew explains when and where strong to severe thunderstorms, large hail, damaging winds, isolated tornadoes, and flooding are most likely. He walks through the latest seven-day forecast, breaks down the setup involving a cold front and dry line, and explains why the threat changes from day to day. You’ll also hear which time periods look most active for communities including Tyler, Longview, Lufkin, and Nacogdoches, along with updated rainfall expectations and why flooding could become a bigger concern later in the week. The episode also includes a look at the long-range forecast, a recap of severe weather impacts across Texas and the Midwest, a weather history spotlight on the April 2011 Super Outbreak, and the weekly forecast accuracy report.