Texas Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/23/2026 07:32

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 23 at 9:32AM CDT by NWS Brownsville TX
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 23, 2026 - 7:32am
Expires: 
May 23, 2026 - 8:15am
Description: 
At 932 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Viboras, moving northeast at 25 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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... Viboras, Agua Nueva, Guerra, San Rafael Ranch Airport, and Puesta Del Sol Airport.
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: 
Jim Hogg; Starr
Forcast Office: 
NWS Brownsville TX