Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 5:12AM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 18, 2026 - 3:12am
Expires:
April 18, 2026 - 4:00am
Description:
At 511 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Sterling City, moving northeast at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny 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...
Robert Lee, Sterling City, Silver, Broome, Sanco, Champion, E.V.
Spence Reservoir Near Paint Creek Recreation Area, The Intersection
Of Highway 208 And Ranch Road 2662, and The Intersection Of Highway
158 And Ranch Road 2059.
This includes Interstate 20 near Mile Marker 232.
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.
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:
Nolan; Sterling; Coke
Forcast Office:
NWS San Angelo TX
Sender: