ABC13 Weather Alert Day: Tornado Watch canceled for Houston and SE Texas

A Tornado Watch has been canceled early for southeast Texas as the most severe weather has passed. No Tornado Warnings were issued while the Watch was in place.

A system of scattered thunderstorms is expected to arrive later this evening, but it does not pose a tornado risk. There is a risk of strong winds and hail.

A cold front arrives tomorrow, bringing temperatures down to the upper 60s.

As the most severe weather has passed through southeast Texas, the Federal Aviation Administration has updated the operations for Houston's major airports.

Hobby Airport's ground stop was lifted before 4 p.m., while Bush Intercontinental Airport's ground stop was downgraded to a ground delay.

According to the FAA, a ground delay is implemented to reduce projected traffic demand in an airport's airspace, meaning that air traffic controllers will accept landings at a lower rate than normal.

Travelers should prepare for security delays at both airports due to the partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security.

As storms continue through the Houston area on Wednesday, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo announced operational changes due to the weather.

In a post on social media, RodeoHouston said that rides and outdoor activities have been paused due to severe weather near NRG Park. The organization also added that the carnival is currently closed.

RodeoHouston also advised patrons to seek shelter from the strong storms in the area.

A Tornado Watch that was previously issued until 6 p.m. has been canceled for the following counties:

Angelina, Austin, Colorado, Grimes, Hardin, Houston, Jasper, Jefferson, Montgomery, Nacagdoches, Newton, Orange, Sabine, San Augsitine, Shelby, Tyler, Walker, Waller, and Washington.

The Tornado Watch remains in effect until 6 p.m. for the following counties:

Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Polk, San Jacinto, Trinity, and Wharton.