Headline:
Tornado Warning issued July 16 at 6:02AM CDT until July 16 at 6:30AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 16, 2026 - 4:02am
Expires:
July 16, 2026 - 4:30am
Description:
At 601 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Utopia, or 7 miles southwest of Vanderpool, moving
north at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
Locations impacted include...
Leakey, Vanderpool, Lost Maples State Natural Area, and Tuff.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not
wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description:
Bandera, TX; Real, TX
Forcast Office:
NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Sender: