Texas Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/09/2026 16:49

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 6:49PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 9, 2026 - 4:49pm
Expires: 
May 9, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description: 
At 649 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Devers, or 9 miles east of Liberty. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary. 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... Ames, Daisetta, and Devers.
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: 
Northern Liberty; Southern Liberty
Forcast Office: 
NWS Houston/Galveston TX