Central Texas is recovering from devastating hail storms, which caused extensive damage to buildings and vehicles, prompting a surge in repair requests to local businesses.

The weather in Austin is set to be sunny and warm with temperatures reaching up to 81 degrees, and a light north breeze. The weekend forecast suggests high 80s with occasional gusts.

A hail storm in Marble Falls caused extensive damage, with golf to tennis ball-sized hail that left cars and buildings battered. One minor injury was reported.

Post-storm, Austin enjoys sunny skies and cooler temperatures, with strong winds remaining. The forecast includes warming temperatures towards the weekend with potential rain early next week.

Hays County seeks over $1 million in grants for flood mitigation and plans to hire an Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, while also undertaking various awareness proclamations.

Southwest Airlines offered a unique experience to view the solar eclipse from 35,000 feet, but passengers faced difficulties in sighting the sun directly due to its above position.

Austin anticipates severe weather with thunderstorms, hail, and potential tornadoes, and a 50% chance of rain and fog. Overnight storms may worsen, and residents are advised to stay updated on weather changes.

The Texas Total Eclipse Festival in Burnet was canceled early due to severe weather concerns, including a potential for hail, high winds, and tornadoes.

Austin's eclipse viewing may be hindered by morning clouds and possible light rain, with severe weather including thunderstorms, hail, and tornado risk expected after the eclipse.

Austin enjoys warm temperatures and sunny skies today, but fog is expected tonight with a slight chance of rain on Monday and severe storms possible into Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.

Austin's weekend weather includes a warm Saturday with possible drizzle, a partly sunny Sunday, and a cloudy Monday with a chance of showers and thunderstorms increasing by the afternoon.

Eanes ISD will remain open for the April 8 solar eclipse, providing educational activities and safety glasses for students to experience the event. Parents can opt-out for their children to watch a live stream instead.

Wildlife experts urge people not to intervene with baby animals they encounter, as these are often being cared for by their parents out of sight, and handling them can be harmful or illegal.