Weather

Williamson County emergency officials provide the public with safety information for potential hazardous winter weather. From left: Matt Williamson, Wilco’s road and bridge division director; Bruce Clements, emergency management director; County Judge Steve Snell; and Bill Zito, senior director of Emergency Services.  Photo by Nalani Nuylan

Williamson County emergency officials provide the public with safety information for potential hazardous winter weather. From left: Matt Williamson, Wilco’s road and bridge division director; Bruce Clements, emergency management director; County Judge Steve Snell; and Bill Zito, senior director of Emergency Services. Photo by Nalani Nuylan

Williamson County officials talk about winter weather planning

Weather is unpredictable in Central Texas; that is nothing new. With the recent July floods and blackouts becoming more frequent during freezes, residents can prepare ahead for the possible winter dangers.
The Austin Avenue Bridge has reopened to the public after flooding over the weekend.

The Austin Avenue Bridge has reopened to the public after flooding over the weekend.

Austin Avenue Bridge reopens to the public after flooding

After being closed for inspection after the July 4 weekend floods, the Austin Avenue Bridge is now reopen to the public. The bridge was originally closed to check for potential damage caused by the water and the construction scaffolding under the bridge.
The San Gabriel River roars through Blue Hole Park. Water covers Rock Street up to Second Street in Georgetown.

The San Gabriel River roars through Blue Hole Park. Water covers Rock Street up to Second Street in Georgetown.

Local state of disaster declared for Williamson County

Williamson County Judge Steve Snell declared a local state of disaster Saturday, July 5, in response to area flooding. According to the county, the declaration is needed to protect the health, safety and welfare of county residents.
Mammatus clouds form over Saint Peter's Church of Coupland  on Thursday evening,  May 1, 2025.    Photo by Andy Sharp.

Mammatus clouds form over Saint Peter's Church of Coupland on Thursday evening, May 1, 2025. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Stormy scenes in Williamson County

A few stormy evenings in Williamson County created picturesque sights overhead. Photos by Andy Sharp
A Waxing Gibbous moon, at 98.9% visibility, shines over the cemetery at Zion Lutheran Church Sandoval along County Road 425 on Wednesday, March 12, 2025.     Photo by Andy Sharp.

A Waxing Gibbous moon, at 98.9% visibility, shines over the cemetery at Zion Lutheran Church Sandoval along County Road 425 on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. Photo by Andy Sharp.

After the rain storm

A surprise thunderstorm passed through East Williamson County Wednesday afternoon, March 12. 
Strong winds led to a dusty landscape as seen along County Road 124 near Weir on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.   Photo by Andy Sharp.

Strong winds led to a dusty landscape as seen along County Road 124 near Weir on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Dust in the Wind

Strong winds led to a dusty landscape in Williamson County Tuesday afternoon, March 4. Dry conditions and strong winds led to extreme fire weather, and a warm, breezy and hazy afternoon.    Photos by Andy Sharp.  
The statue of Dan Moody, a Taylor native who was Texas governor from 1927-1931, was covered in raindrops  on the Williamson County Courthouse lawn on a cold, wet and misty  Thursday, January 9, 2025.   Photo by Andy Sharp.

The statue of Dan Moody, a Taylor native who was Texas governor from 1927-1931, was covered in raindrops on the Williamson County Courthouse lawn on a cold, wet and misty Thursday, January 9, 2025. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Rain, cold hit Georgetown

A cold week in Georgetown culminated with a rainy, cloudy Thursday, January 9.