Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 23 at 3:04AM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 23, 2026 - 1:04am
Expires:
May 23, 2026 - 1:30am
Description:
At 303 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Sublime, or 10 miles east of Hallettsville, moving east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea 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...
El Campo, Columbus, Eagle Lake, Weimar, Sheridan, Altair, Nada,
Egypt, Garwood, Rock Island, and Louise.
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.
Area Description:
Colorado; Austin; Wharton; Inland Jackson
Forcast Office:
NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Sender: