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Hail and Severe Thunderstorms in Travis County

Travis County gets hailstorms and severe thunderstorms, especially in spring — they can damage roofs, vehicles, and crops.

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Central Texas is in a zone where spring thunderstorms bring hail. Hail can crack roofs, break windows, and damage vehicles. If you are buying a home or car in Travis County, ask about the hail history. Large hailstones can cause serious injury, so stay indoors during storms.

The National Weather Service office in Austin covers Travis County. Sign up for weather alerts through weather.gov or your local emergency management system. The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) also has resources for storm preparedness at tdem.texas.gov.

Source to confirm: NWS – Austin/San Antonio Weather Forecast Office

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