Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 4:05PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 8, 2026 - 2:05pm
Expires:
May 8, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 405 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 12
miles east of Alpine, moving east at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northwestern
Brewster County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Persons in campgrounds should consider seeking sturdy shelter until
this storm passes.
Area Description:
Davis Mountains; Davis Mountains Foothills; Central Brewster County
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender: