Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 4:00PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 21, 2024 - 3:00pm
Expires:
September 21, 2024 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 400 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 15
miles northeast of Avalon, or 19 miles northeast of Carlsbad, moving
northeast at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of east central Eddy
County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
office in Midland.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM MDT for
southeastern New Mexico.
Area Description:
Eddy County Plains
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX