Texas Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/09/2026 19:40

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 9:40PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 9, 2026 - 7:40pm
Expires: 
May 9, 2026 - 8:15pm
Description: 
At 939 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7 miles northeast of Pinehurst, moving west at 15 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... Northern Conroe, Willis, Pinehurst, The Woodlands, Panorama Village, Cut And Shoot, Montgomery, Lake Conroe Dam, and Dobbin.
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. 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: 
Montgomery; Inland Harris
Forcast Office: 
NWS Houston/Galveston TX