Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 9 at 5:14PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 9, 2026 - 3:14pm
Expires:
April 9, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 514 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 5
miles northeast of Vega, moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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...
Vega and Wildorado.
This includes Interstate 40 between mile markers 32 and 45.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Oldham; Potter
Forcast Office:
NWS Amarillo TX
Sender: