Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Coastal Galveston
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NWS Houston/Galveston TX issued a Tropical Storm Warning for Coastal Galveston effective June 17 at 11:38AM CDT until 7:45PM CDT.
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- Record type
- Tropical Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Coastal Galveston, Texas
- Issued
- July 18, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Storm notices can cover different combinations of wind, hail, lightning, and rainfall. Use the original notice for the hazards and boundaries attached to this specific record.
Record status: historical. It was issued 5 weeks ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Coastal Galveston, Texas.
Alert Details
Tropical Storm Warning issued by NWS Houston/Galveston TX. Effective from 2026-06-17T11:38:00-05:00, expires 2026-06-17T19:45:00-05:00. Severity: Severe. Urgency: Immediate. Certainty: Likely.
Affected Areas
Coastal Galveston (TXZ338), including Dickinson, Eastern League City, and Texas City.
What You Should Do
Listen for instructions from local officials. Plan for storm surge flooding greater than 1 foot above ground. Prepare to leave if evacuation orders are given. Heed any flood watches and warnings. If a tornado warning is issued, be ready to shelter quickly. Ensure emergency readiness.
Expected Conditions
Peak wind forecast: 10-20 mph with gusts to 25 mph. Peak storm surge inundation: 1-3 feet above ground in surge prone areas. Potential for moderate flooding rain. Situation somewhat favorable for tornadoes.
Timeline
Alert effective starting 2026-06-17T11:38:00-05:00 CDT. Window of concern for storm surge begins this morning. Expires 2026-06-17T19:45:00-05:00 CDT.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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