Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 7:06PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 21, 2024 - 5:06pm
Expires:
September 21, 2024 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 705 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Palo Duro Canyon, or 14 miles east of Canyon, moving northeast at 35
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny 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.
Locations impacted include...
Claude, Palo Duro Canyon, and Goodnight.
This includes Interstate 40 between mile markers 98 and 104.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM CDT for
the Panhandle of Texas.
Area Description:
Carson; Randall; Armstrong; Palo Duro Canyon
Forcast Office:
NWS Amarillo TX