Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 25 at 3:55AM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 25, 2026 - 1:55am
Expires:
April 25, 2026 - 2:45am
Description:
At 355 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles northeast of Elkhart, or 9 miles east of Palestine, moving
southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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...
Weches and Mound City.
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.
Area Description:
Houston
Forcast Office:
NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Sender: