Texas Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/07/2026 04:59

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 7 at 6:59AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 7, 2026 - 4:59am
Expires: 
May 7, 2026 - 5:45am
Description: 
At 659 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Amanda, or 15 miles northwest of Brackettville, moving northeast at 25 mph. HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and half inch hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Kickapoo Cavern State Park.
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.
Area Description: 
Edwards; Kinney
Forcast Office: 
NWS Austin/San Antonio TX