Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Jefferson County, Texas
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 27 at 5:59PM CDT until August 27 at 6:15PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
At 559 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near China, or 7 miles east of Nome, moving west at 10 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and nickel size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Beaumont and China.
Effective August 27, 2026 at 6:59 PM ET · Expires August 27, 2026 at 7:15 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Lake Charles LA
Expires
August 27, 2026 at 7:15 PM ET
Last Checked
14 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm. Move indoors immediately. Lightning is one of nature's leading killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning. Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Jefferson County, Texas?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (14 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 27, 2026 at 7:15 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Jefferson County?
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