Texas Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/09/2026 15:19

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 5:19PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 9, 2026 - 3:19pm
Expires: 
May 9, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description: 
At 519 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 4 miles south of Medicine Mound, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts 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... Vernon, Lockett, Medicine Mound, and Rayland.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor NOAA Weather Radio, local radio stations or available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description: 
Hardeman; Foard; Wilbarger
Forcast Office: 
NWS Norman OK