Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 19 at 1:46AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 18, 2026 - 11:46pm
Expires:
May 19, 2026 - 12:45am
Description:
At 146 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles southwest of Tilden, moving northeast at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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...
Choke Canyon, Tilden, Calliham, Crowther, and Cross.
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.
Area Description:
McMullen; Live Oak; Duval
Forcast Office:
NWS Corpus Christi TX
Sender: