Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 1 at 3:22AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 1, 2026 - 1:22am
Expires:
May 1, 2026 - 2:00am
Description:
At 322 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Nell, or 12 miles southwest of Kenedy, moving east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Kenedy, Choate, El Oso, and Zunkerville.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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:
Karnes
Forcast Office:
NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Sender: