SUMMARY: Residents in coal areas are preparing for the worst but hoping for the best as Barrel approaches. KPRC 2’s Mario Diaz reports from Surfside, where people are packing up and moving out, anticipating intensified weather despite Barrel’s projected landfall to the south. Winds are strong, evidenced by torn Texas flags. Residents were advised to move non-motor vehicles due to expected flooding. One family evacuated with their RV, recalling past evacuations and storms like Ike. Some families remain at the jetty enjoying the last moments of their vacation, with most locals closely monitoring the storm’s developments. No mandatory evacuations yet.

Our coastal areas are preparing for the worst but hoping for the best ahead of Tropical Storm Beryl. KPRC 2’s Mario Diaz is live from the jetties in Surfside, Texas, bringing you the latest updates and what residents are saying about the storm.

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SUMMARY: Good evening from Port Lavaca, Texas. Currently, it’s a beautiful night, but within 24 hours, tropical storm force winds from Barrel will begin around 2 PM Sunday, with stronger impacts expected by sunset. By Monday morning, Barrel is anticipated to make its third and final landfall near Matagorda Bay and Port Lavaca. Evacuations are underway, and all hotels, including ours in Port O’Connor, are closing. The region could face up to six feet of storm surge. Stay updated via the Click2Houston app and the Storm Tracker app for real-time alerts and live updates. We’ll continue monitoring the situation through the night.

KPRC 2’s Gage Goulding is in Port Lavaca and gives an update on current conditions a day before Beryl is forecasted to make landfall in the area.

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SUMMARY: Tropical Storm Barrel is forecasted to become a hurricane before hitting the Texas coast. Residents and officials are preparing through evacuations and securing properties. Acting Governor Dan Patrick expanded the disaster declaration to 121 counties, including parts of North Texas. In Matagorda County, voluntary evacuations are advised, with residents urged to be ready for potential flooding and isolated conditions. Long-time homeowners are securing their homes despite previous storm resilience. Coastal areas can expect high tides and flooding, so officials are stressing the importance of preparation. Fox’s Jade Flurry reports from Matagorda County on these ongoing efforts.

Some Texas communities have issued mandatory evacuation orders before Beryl makes landfall.

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