Texas Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/10/2026 21:48

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 10 at 11:48PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 10, 2026 - 9:48pm
Expires: 
May 10, 2026 - 10:30pm
Description: 
At 1148 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Industry to Hallettsville. Movement was southeast at 35 around mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea 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... Sealy, Columbus, Eagle Lake, Shelby, Weimar, Industry, Sheridan, Altair, Frelsburg, New Ulm, Rock Island, and Cat Spring.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. These storms 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. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 500 AM CDT for southeastern Texas.
Area Description: 
Washington; Colorado; Austin
Forcast Office: 
NWS Houston/Galveston TX