Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 1 at 1:24PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 1, 2026 - 11:24am
Expires:
May 1, 2026 - 12:15pm
Description:
At 123 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms near Mission Valley, or 14 miles west of Victoria,
moving east at 65 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.
Locations impacted include...
Port Lavaca, Edna, Ganado, La Ward, Schicke Point, Olivia, Lolita,
Alamo Beach, Cordele, Vanderbilt, Louise, Morales, and Lake Texana
Dam.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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.
Area Description:
Colorado; Wharton; Inland Jackson; Inland Matagorda; Coastal Jackson; Coastal Matagorda
Forcast Office:
NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Sender: