Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 7:18AM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 18, 2026 - 5:18am
Expires:
April 18, 2026 - 6:00am
Description:
At 717 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles southwest of Reagan County Airport, or 9 miles southwest of Big
Lake, moving northeast at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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...
Big Lake, Reagan County Airport, and Best.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Reagan
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender: