Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 7:53PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 9, 2026 - 5:53pm
Expires:
May 9, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description:
At 753 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
East Bernard, or 12 miles west of Rosenberg. This thunderstorm was
nearly stationary.
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...
Rosenberg, Richmond, Pecan Grove, East Bernard, Wallis, Fulshear,
Pleak, Beasley, Kendleton, Orchard, Cumings, southern Weston Lakes,
Greatwood, and Hungerford.
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:
Austin; Wharton; Fort Bend
Forcast Office:
NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Sender: