Headline:
Tropical Storm Warning issued June 17 at 11:44AM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event:
Tropical Storm Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
June 17, 2026 - 9:44am
Expires:
June 17, 2026 - 9:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 knots upper bay, and 30 to 40 knots
with gusts to 50 knots lower bay. Winds and bay waters will be
highest in the southern part of the bay. Winds will subside to
15 to 20 knots late afternoon.
* WHERE...Galveston Bay.
* WHEN...This afternoon and evening.
* IMPACTS...Tropical storm force winds and hazardous seas will
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instruction:
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
Area Description:
Galveston Bay
Forcast Office:
NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov