Hurricane Alicia formed in the Gulf of Mexico and intensified before making landfall along the Texas coast. The hurricane reached its peak strength as a Category 3 storm with sustained winds of 115 miles per hour. Alicia impacted several coastal towns and cities, with Houston facing some of the worst damage. The storm made its approach with heavy rainfall and strong storm surges, which inundated coastal communities, leading to significant flooding. After making landfall, Alicia continued to cause damage as it moved inland.

The hurricane resulted in 21 fatalities, many of which were due to falling trees, flying debris, and drowning. In addition to the human toll, Hurricane Alicia caused extensive property damage, with estimates suggesting costs exceeded $1 billion in 1983 dollars, which includes damage to residential, commercial, and government buildings, as well as infrastructure like roads and bridges. The storm left hundreds of thousands of residents without power for days.

In the aftermath, federal and state agencies worked together on recovery efforts to restore power, clear debris, and provide assistance to those affected. The devastation forced local leaders to reassess their emergency preparedness and response strategies. Alicia also highlighted the vulnerabilities of coastal cities to severe weather and led to increased discussions on building codes and land use planning in hurricane-prone areas.