Severe Storms in the Forecast for East Texas on Halloween

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30 Oct 2018 4:19 AM
A strong cold front pushing across the Mississippi Valley will bring the chance for showers and storms on Halloween.  Unfortunately the way things are shaping up, there could be numerous severe storms to impact the trick or treaters.  Here is the very latest.

Severe Outlook

Severe Storms in the Forecast for East Texas on Halloween Severe Storms in the Forecast for East Texas on Halloween Severe storms will be possible from central Texas to southern Arkansas and western Mississippi.  Areas in eastern Texas could see some of the worst weather.  This includes large hail, damaging winds and tornadoes.  Definitely going to be impacting the outdoor plans around these areas.

Forecast

Setup

Severe Storms in the Forecast for East Texas on Halloween Severe Storms in the Forecast for East Texas on Halloween This will be an ideal setup for large hail, damaging winds and even the risk for tornadoes.  The amount of available energy and moisture ahead of the cold front will likely produce numerous severe storms that could hurt life and property.  You will definitely want to have your weather radios ready with severe warnings very likely in the forecast.

Timing

Severe Storms in the Forecast for East Texas on Halloween Severe Storms in the Forecast for East Texas on Halloween Severe Storms in the Forecast for East Texas on Halloween Severe Storms in the Forecast for East Texas on Halloween Showers and storms will be developing along the cold front all morning and all afternoon.  The highest chances for severe storms will be during the afternoon and evening...again, horrible timing for trick or treaters. Keep it tuned to WeatherNation on-air and online with the latest updates.  
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