Texas Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/07/2026 06:50

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 7 at 8:50AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 7, 2026 - 6:50am
Expires: 
May 7, 2026 - 7:30am
Description: 
At 850 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Barksdale, or 20 miles south of Rocksprings, moving northeast at 35 mph. HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and half inch 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... Vance, Barksdale, and Prade Ranch.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. 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: 
Edwards; Real
Forcast Office: 
NWS Austin/San Antonio TX