Weather
Tornado on the ground near Katy, Texas
Reports of potential tornado activity have emerged in the Katy Hockley and Bridgeland areas. However, as of now, there have been no calls regarding structural damage or injuries associated with these reports.
Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.
A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect for Southeast Texas from Friday night through Saturday morning. Drivers should exercise caution and be prepared for significantly reduced visibility during the morning commute.
- Spotty rain showers and isolated thunderstorms are possible ahead of an approaching cold front.
- Coastal areas may experience some early storm activity around sunrise, though these storms are not expected to match the intensity of the severe weather experienced on Thursday.
- A cold front will move through the region, bringing scattered storms. While the overall risk of severe weather remains low, there is a 2 out of 5 chance (Slight Risk) for isolated severe storms.
- Residents across Southeast Texas are advised to stay alert, as conditions can change rapidly.
- The line of storms is expected to clear the area by approximately 5:00 PM on Saturday as the front pushes eastward toward Louisiana.
High-pressure systems will move in behind the cold front, providing a calmer and more stable weather pattern. Expect drier conditions and cooler temperatures on Sunday.
- Stay updated with local weather alerts and forecasts.
- Exercise caution while driving during foggy conditions or heavy rainfall.
- Have a plan in place and know where to seek shelter if severe weather develops.
The National Weather Service and local authorities will continue to provide updates as needed. Residents are encouraged to monitor conditions and stay safe throughout the weekend.
HART COUNTY, KY – A woman Amy Philpott and her 7-year-old child, Charlotte Philpott, tragically lost their lives after their vehicle was swept away by flash flooding in the Bonnieville community of Hart County on Saturday night, authorities confirmed.
According to Hart County Coroner Tony Roberts, emergency responders from Campbellsville and Hart County were dispatched to Campground Road near Bacon Creek following reports of a water rescue.
Despite their best efforts, rising floodwaters and hazardous nighttime conditions forced crews to halt rescue operations before they could safely retrieve the victims and their vehicle.
Rescue teams recovered the child’s body from the submerged vehicle late Saturday night, but efforts to locate the mother had to be suspended until conditions improved.
On Sunday morning, search teams resumed recovery efforts and successfully retrieved the mother’s body later in the day.
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Louisville reported that the tragic incident occurred around 10:30 p.m. Saturday, when the victims’ vehicle was overtaken by rapidly rising floodwaters.
The devastating floods have wreaked havoc across Kentucky, triggering over 1,000 rescues as emergency teams race to assist those stranded by rising waters.
At least eight fatalities have been confirmed so far, with officials warning that the death toll may rise as search-and-rescue efforts continue.
“This is one of the most serious weather events we’ve dealt with in at least a decade,” Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear stated on Sunday.
Victims have been reported in Hart, Pike, and Clay counties, with many fatalities involving vehicles caught in floodwaters. Gov. Beshear urged residents to avoid driving in flooded areas to prevent further loss of life.
In Clay County, officials confirmed that a 73-year-old man was found dead in floodwaters, according to Revelle Berry, Deputy Director of County Emergency Management.
Widespread Impact Across the State
- Nearly 40,000 residents remain without power.
- 9,800 service connections are currently without water.
- 26,000 residents are under a boil-water advisory.
- Pike County School District announced indefinite school closures due to the disaster.
On Sunday, Gov. Beshear announced that President Donald Trump had approved his request for federal disaster relief funding to assist impacted communities.
Parts of Kentucky and Tennessee were inundated with up to six inches of rainfall over the weekend, according to Bob Oravec, senior forecaster at the National Weather Service.
“The effects will continue for a while—a lot of swollen streams and a lot of flooding still happening,” Oravec warned. “Even when the rain stops, floodwaters can linger for much longer.”
In addition to the devastation in Kentucky, officials confirmed that a levee in Rives, Tennessee, failed Saturday afternoon, flooding nearby neighborhoods. The extent of the impact remains unclear, and authorities are continuing to assess the damage.
Authorities are urging residents to remain cautious, avoid flooded roads, and follow local emergency guidelines as rescue and recovery efforts continue.