Houston weather: Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for several counties southwest of Houston-metro

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The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for counties southwest of the Houston-metro area. 

The watch includes Colorado, Jackson, and Wharton County. 

A severe thunderstorm watch means conditions are favorable for a severe thunderstorm to occur over the watch area. 

The watch is in effect until 7 p.m. Sunday night. 

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