Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 20 at 12:00PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 20, 2026 - 10:00am
Expires:
May 20, 2026 - 10:30am
Description:
At 1159 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Midland International Air and Space Port, or near Midland, moving
northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and half inch 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...
Midland, Odessa, Midland International Air and Space Port, Warfield,
and Midland Airpark.
This includes Interstate 20 between mile markers 126 and 138.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Martin; Ector; Midland
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender: