A tornado watch is currently in effect across a wide swath of the greater Houston area, including Jersey Village and surrounding northern-Harris County suburbs.
At approximately 1:38 p.m. CST, the National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed a tornado touchdown near Willowbrook, northeast of Jersey Village, moving northeast at roughly 25-30 mph.
The tornado watch remains in effect until 7 p.m. CST for multiple counties including Harris, Waller, Fort Bend, Montgomery and others.
Why This Matters: Risks & Travel Impacts
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The confirmed tornado near Jersey Village highlights the tangible risk of rotating thunderstorms for residents in northwest Harris County.
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Conditions today include a muggy afternoon and approaching cold front, which are ripe for severe storms capable of producing tornadoes, large hail, and damaging winds.
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Airports are impacted: George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) experienced a ground stop due to severe storms, which is likely to cause travel disruptions this evening.
What You Should Do: Safety Checklist
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If you are in the watch area (including Jersey Village and greater Houston), stay alert and monitor weather updates via NOAA radio, TV, or weather apps.
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Have a safe shelter identified: interior room on the lowest floor, or designated storm shelter. Mobile homes and vehicles are not safe during tornadoes.
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Avoid traveling during the period of highest risk (late afternoon through the evening). If you must drive, be ready to pull off safely if storms intensify.
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Secure loose outdoor items ahead of strong winds; heavy rainfall may accompany storms, so watch for localized flooding.
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For those with holiday travel plans (e.g., Thanksgiving tomorrow), expect possible delays and allow extra time.
What’s Next: Forecast Outlook
According to local meteorologists:
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The strongest storms are expected north of Interstate 10 and west of I-45 this afternoon. As the front moves through, storms will shift southeastward and gradually weaken later tonight.
Behind the front, drier and cooler air is expected to move in. Tomorrow (Thanksgiving Day) is forecast to be cooler and drier, with much lower severe-weather risk.
Residents of the Houston region — especially northwest Harris County near Jersey Village — should take today’s tornado watch seriously. With a confirmed tornado already reported, you should act as though a tornado could still develop or pass through. While the risk will diminish tomorrow, the window from afternoon through early evening is critical. Stay weather-aware, have your plan ready, and be prepared to move if warnings are issued.
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