Special Weather Statement Texas | Effective 04/02/2026 09:56

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 2 at 11:56AM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 2, 2026 - 9:56am
Expires: 
April 2, 2026 - 10:45am
Description: 
At 1156 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Lake Somerville State Park & Trailway, or 16 miles south of Caldwell, moving northeast at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Somerville, Snook, Lake Somerville Dam, Lake Somerville State Park & Trailway, Lyons, and Independence.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. 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: 
Burleson; Washington
Forcast Office: 
NWS Houston/Galveston TX