Houston weather today: Severe thunderstorms cause power outages, damage

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Following a round of severe storms with high winds and heavy rain, the outlook is quickly improving.

Look for a breezy day with only a slight chance for an afternoon shower or storm.

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We'll enjoy a couple of brisk nights with sunny and dry days through the weekend.

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FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast

FOX 26 Chief Meteorologist has a look at the forecast for Wednesday.

Storm damage

Early Wednesday morning, a severe thunderstorm watch was in effect for the Houston area and some severe thunderstorm warnings were issued. They have all since expired.

The storms left more than 150,000 people without power. Click here to see the tracker.

MORE: Firestone collapses, sports bar damaged in storm

Trees were toppled by the strong winds across the Houston area. The Harris County Pct. 4 Constable's Office on the north side of the county reported more than a dozen locations with downed trees.

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Storm damage in Santa Fe, Texas

Video shows damage left in Santa Fe, Texas, after storms early Wednesday morning. (Courtesy: DBR Ranch)

Video from Santa Fe shows broken branches and toppled trees.

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Storm damages buildings near Katy

A storm damaged a sports bar and caused a building to collapse near Katy.

Near Katy, a building collapsed and another sustained significant damage.