Tornado Warnings Active Uvalde TX — July 16, 2026 — SevereWX

A Slight risk of severe thunderstorms covers Montana on the SPC Day 1 outlook for July 16, with the potential for damaging winds, large hail, and isolated tornadoes this afternoon and evening. Separately, early morning severe weather stirs in South Texas, where a tornado warning remains active now in Uvalde County. SPC earlier noted low-end severe potential overnight there but assessed the need for a tornado watch as unlikely.

Storms in Texas are in a lull following the mesoscale discussion, but the current tornado warning signals immediate danger from rotation. Forecasters eye Montana as the primary area for organized severe coverage later today.

Timeline

11:19 PM EDT — SPC Mesoscale Discussion for South-Central Texas

The Storm Prediction Center issued a mesoscale discussion late last night targeting south-central Texas. Forecasters see some severe potential through about 1:45 AM EDT, but the chance of a tornado watch sits at just 20 percent. No watch is likely at this time.

3:35 AM EDT — Tornado Warning Active for Uvalde, TX

A tornado warning is in effect for Uvalde, TX until 4:15 AM EDT. This radar-indicated alert points to rotation capable of producing a tornado in the area right now. Residents should take shelter immediately if in the warned zone.

4:01 AM EDT — Tornado Warning issued for Uvalde, TX

A tornado warning is in effect until 4:45 AM EDT and could be extended or cancelled by NWS. Radar indicates a dangerous tornado in the area. Residents should take shelter immediately in a sturdy building.

4:09 AM EDT — New Tornado Warning for Uvalde, TX

Another tornado warning is now active until 4:45 AM EDT and could be extended or cancelled by NWS. Radar shows rotation capable of producing a tornado near Uvalde. Move to the lowest level of a strong structure away from windows.

What's Next

Storms packing tornado potential continue over South Texas under a Slight risk through early morning. Current warnings near Uvalde may extend as rotation persists. Monitor local NWS updates and stay weather-aware.

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