Marina Neuman

South Texas is typically one of the last places in the country to see the leaves turn. SAN ANTONIO — Now that the clocks have been set back, fall temperatures are on the way and thanks to the expected temperature drop, fall foliage is also on the way. During the spring and summer, leaves are typically a vibrant green. The green pigment is due largely in part to chlorophyll, a key ingredient that allows plants to absorb sunlight and convert it to usable energy.

The WACH Fox Weather team is closely monitoring the tropics as we head into the peak of Atlantic Hurricane season, September 10th. We’re continuing to follow the most recent development of both Grace and Henri, which are still active in the tropics. Tropical Storm Grace makes landfall Saturday.

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch in effect until 7 P. M. for Newberry, Edgefield and Saluda. Tornado Watch in effect for portions of the Midlands. The remnants of Fred continue to track north across north Georgia, bringing bands of showers and storms into the Midlands.