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Cameron County weather alerts
No active National Weather Service alerts for Cameron County, Texas right now. The most recent was a High Surf Advisory that ended Oct 18, 7:00 AM.
40 in the last 30 days 98 in 12 months (since Aug 30) most common: Rip Current Statement Get alerts on your phone →
Active alerts for Cameron County
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Last 30 days
Recent alerts for Cameron County
| Alert | Issued | Ended | Issued by |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Surf Advisory | Oct 18, 2:12 AM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Coastal Flood Advisory | Oct 18, 2:12 AM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Rip Current Statement | Oct 18, 2:12 AM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| High Surf Advisory | Oct 17, 6:06 PM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Coastal Flood Advisory | Oct 17, 6:06 PM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Rip Current Statement | Oct 17, 6:06 PM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| High Surf Advisory | Oct 17, 12:55 PM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Rip Current Statement | Oct 17, 12:55 PM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Coastal Flood Advisory | Oct 17, 12:55 PM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Rip Current Statement | Oct 17, 3:25 AM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Coastal Flood Advisory | Oct 17, 3:25 AM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| High Surf Advisory | Oct 17, 3:25 AM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Red Flag Warning | Oct 16, 5:51 PM | Oct 17, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Wind Advisory | Oct 16, 5:49 PM | Oct 17, 1:00 PM | Brownsville TX |
| Wind Advisory | Oct 16, 5:49 PM | Oct 17, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Rip Current Statement | Oct 16, 5:47 PM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Coastal Flood Advisory | Oct 16, 5:47 PM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| High Surf Advisory | Oct 16, 5:47 PM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Wind Advisory | Oct 16, 2:25 AM | Oct 17, 1:00 PM | Brownsville TX |
| Wind Advisory | Oct 16, 2:25 AM | Oct 17, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Red Flag Warning | Oct 16, 2:15 AM | Oct 17, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| High Surf Advisory | Oct 16, 2:07 AM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Coastal Flood Advisory | Oct 16, 2:07 AM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Rip Current Statement | Oct 16, 2:07 AM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Red Flag Warning | Oct 15, 10:49 PM | Oct 17, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Fire Weather Watch | Oct 15, 11:32 AM | Oct 17, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Rip Current Statement | Oct 15, 11:20 AM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Coastal Flood Advisory | Oct 15, 11:20 AM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| High Surf Advisory | Oct 15, 11:20 AM | Oct 18, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Wind Advisory | Oct 15, 10:46 AM | Oct 17, 1:00 PM | Brownsville TX |
| Wind Advisory | Oct 15, 10:46 AM | Oct 17, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Coastal Flood Advisory | Oct 12, 6:55 AM | Oct 12, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Coastal Flood Advisory | Oct 11, 7:04 PM | Oct 12, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Coastal Flood Advisory | Oct 11, 10:16 AM | Oct 12, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Rip Current Statement | Oct 11, 10:16 AM | Oct 11, 7:00 PM | Brownsville TX |
| High Surf Advisory | Oct 10, 6:58 PM | Oct 10, 7:00 PM | Brownsville TX |
| Coastal Flood Advisory | Oct 10, 6:58 PM | Oct 12, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Rip Current Statement | Oct 10, 6:58 PM | Oct 11, 7:00 PM | Brownsville TX |
| Coastal Flood Advisory | Oct 10, 9:30 AM | Oct 12, 7:00 AM | Brownsville TX |
| Rip Current Statement | Oct 10, 9:30 AM | Oct 11, 7:00 PM | Brownsville TX |
Pattern
What Cameron County gets alerted for
Every alert that named Cameron County in the last 12 months, by type. Records begin August 30, 2026, so this fills in over the year.
Plain English
What these alerts mean
A warning means the hazard is happening or about to; a watch means conditions favour it; an advisory is a lesser hazard still worth planning around.
Large breaking waves are expected on beaches, with dangerous rip currents. Stay off jetties and out of the water.
Minor coastal flooding is expected, usually around high tide. Expect water on low-lying roads near the shore.
Rip currents that can pull swimmers offshore are expected. Swim near a lifeguard and know how to escape a rip.
Critical fire weather: dry fuels, low humidity and gusty winds. Any fire can spread rapidly; avoid outdoor burning.
Sustained winds of 30 mph or more, or gusts to 45 mph, are expected. Use caution driving high-profile vehicles.
Critical fire weather conditions are possible. Postpone outdoor burning.
A heads-up about conditions that do not meet warning or advisory criteria but still deserve attention, such as a strong storm, patchy fog or a brief burst of snow.
Minor flooding of streets, streams or low-lying areas is expected. Expect ponding on roads and use caution when driving.
Heat index values high enough to cause heat illness with prolonged exposure. Drink water, stay in air conditioning and check on neighbours.
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Where do these alerts come from?
From the National Weather Service alert feed (api.weather.gov). NWS issues alerts by county and by forecast zone; this page lists every product that names Cameron County. Forecast Bar checks the feed continuously and this page refreshes within a few minutes of a change.
What is the difference between a watch, a warning and an advisory?
A warning means the hazard is occurring, imminent or very likely: act now. A watch means conditions are favourable for it to develop: prepare and stay informed. An advisory covers a hazard that is less serious than a warning but can still cause real inconvenience or danger if you are not ready for it.
Can I get this data as JSON?
Yes. /weather-alerts/tx/cameron-county.json returns the active alerts, the last 30 days and the 12-month counts for Cameron County, refreshed every minute. Please cache responses and credit National Weather Service as the source.
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