Texas Governor Greg Abbott has taken proactive measures to prepare for severe weather conditions expected to hit the state. The National Weather Service forecasts significant thunderstorm activity across Texas, bringing risks of damaging winds, large hail, and flash flooding.

Governor Abbott Activates Emergency Response

Governor Abbott directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to activate state emergency response resources. These resources are intended to assist local officials in managing the potential impact of the storms, which are expected to affect multiple regions of Texas starting Sunday and continuing into Monday.

According to the National Weather Service, the thunderstorm activity is anticipated to begin Sunday afternoon and extend into the overnight hours and early Monday morning. The affected areas include large sections of West, North, East, Central, and South-Central Texas.

Austin Man Charged with Murder

In a separate development, an Austin man has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the 2024 killing of a southeast Austin woman. This arrest comes as the city also grapples with a fatal crash on I-35.

Deadly Crash on I-35

A crash early Saturday morning on I-35 in Austin left one person dead and caused major traffic disruptions. The incident has led to significant delays and inconvenience for commuters.

Capital Murder Charge in Pflugerville

Additionally, a Pflugerville man is facing a capital murder charge after investigators allege he killed his parents and brother inside a home near Pflugerville on Thursday morning. This case adds to the series of violent incidents reported in the region.