Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 19 at 10:29AM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 19, 2026 - 8:29am
Expires:
May 19, 2026 - 9:00am
Description:
At 1028 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Silver, or 19 miles southeast of Colorado City, moving northeast at
25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of southeastern
Mitchell County.
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:
Mitchell
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender: