Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 7:17PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 9, 2026 - 5:17pm
Expires:
May 9, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 717 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Houston Gardens, or near Near Northside Houston, moving south at 10
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel 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.
Locations impacted include...
Northwestern Pasadena, Bellaire, West University Place, Galena Park,
Jacinto City, Midtown Houston, Downtown Houston, Cloverleaf,
Northside / Northline, Greenway / Upper Kirby Area, Second Ward,
Greater Heights, Neartown / Montrose, Greater Eastwood, Near
Northside Houston, Greater Fifth Ward, Memorial Park, Channelview,
Greater Third Ward, and Fourth Ward.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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:
Inland Harris; Coastal Harris
Forcast Office:
NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Sender: