Tropical Storm Francine is forecast to strengthen into a hurricane as it approaches the northwestern Gulf Coast by Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service.
Boaters and recreational visitors to San Angelo State Park are being urged to exercise caution after recent flooding has caused a significant rise in lake levels.
The National Weather Service released a winter seasonal outlook, predicting above-normal temperatures and below-normal precipitation for West Central Texas.
Texas Game Wardens patrolling water bodies across the state reported a decline in water-related fatalities but noticed an increase in boating accidents compared to last year’s Labor Day holiday weekend.
Warmer temperatures in the mid to upper 80s are forecast for San Angelo on Thursday, with a 20 percent chance of isolated showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon.
A 5-year-old boy was attacked by a mountain lion during a family picnic at Malibu Creek State Park, about 30 miles northwest of Los Angeles, on Sunday afternoon.
