Texas Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/08/2026 03:57

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 5:57AM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 8, 2026 - 3:57am
Expires: 
May 8, 2026 - 4:45am
Description: 
At 557 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Todd Mission, or 12 miles northwest of Pinehurst, moving east at 40 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch 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... Western Conroe, Pinehurst, The Woodlands, Panorama Village, Shenandoah, Magnolia, Montgomery, Todd Mission, Lake Conroe Dam, Plantersville, and Dobbin.
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: 
Walker; Grimes; Montgomery; Waller
Forcast Office: 
NWS Houston/Galveston TX