Texas Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/09/2026 17:38

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 7:38PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 9, 2026 - 5:38pm
Expires: 
May 9, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description: 
At 738 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Willowbrook, or near Tomball, moving north at 5 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... Tomball, Jersey Village, Willowbrook, Cypress, and Hooks Airport.
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
Forcast Office: 
NWS Houston/Galveston TX