The National Weather Service issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for a number of southeast Texas counties until 11 p.m. Sunday night.
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ABC13 meteorologist Elita Loresca said the primary threat from these storms is large hail, damaging wind gusts and brief isolated tornadoes.
In one video sent to the ABC13 newsroom, a woman shows her vehicle being pelted by hail as she and other drivers seek cover at a Huntsville gas station.
The deafening sounds of hail banging against the vehicles echo throughout the frightening video.
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On social media, there are numerous reports of widespread power outages in and around Huntsville.
The Walker County Office of Emergency Management said it has opened a storm shelter to help those who needing to take cover.
The shelter is located in the 400 block of Highway 75 North.