Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 5:04PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 8, 2026 - 3:04pm
Expires:
May 8, 2026 - 3:30pm
Description:
At 503 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 15
miles northeast of Marathon, or 34 miles east of Alpine, moving east
at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel 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.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of south central Pecos
and north central Brewster Counties.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Pecos; Davis Mountains Foothills; Central Brewster County
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender: