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Storm spotting
in Texas.

Texas leads the nation in tornado counts and covers eleven NWS forecast areas. Local spotters are essential ground truth from the Panhandle plains to the Gulf Coast.

Primary hazards
  • tornadoes
  • hurricanes
  • hail
  • flash flooding
  • derechos
Peak season

April through June, with a secondary fall peak

Covering NWS offices
  • Fort Worth (FWD)
  • Houston (HGX)
  • San Angelo (SJT)
  • Lubbock (LUB)

How to become a certified spotter in Texas.

  1. 01
    Take SKYWARN training

    NWS Fort Worth (FWD) runs free basic + advanced classes. Most run 90 minutes online or in person.

  2. 02
    Get your spotter ID

    Some offices issue an ID; others log your training. Either way you're cleared to report.

  3. 03
    Install Aviso

    Submit verified reports from anywhere in the state — routed to your local NWS office in seconds.

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