Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 10 at 8:27PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 10, 2026 - 6:27pm
Expires:
May 10, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
At 826 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms 8 miles east of Somerville, or 13 miles north of
Brenham, moving east at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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.
Locations impacted include...
College Station, Bryan, Navasota, Caldwell, Washington, Somerville,
Snook, Bedias, Burton, Millican, Anderson, Lake Somerville Dam, Kyle
Field, Lake Somerville State Park & Trailway, Iola, Carmine, Lyons,
Deanville, Independence, and Quarry.
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:
Madison; Walker; Burleson; Brazos; Washington; Grimes; Montgomery
Forcast Office:
NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Sender: