Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 23 at 3:34PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 23, 2026 - 1:34pm
Expires:
May 23, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 334 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Cumings to San Luis Pass. Movement was
north at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Pasadena, Pearland, League City, Sugar Land, Missouri City, Galveston
Island West End, Texas City, Friendswood, Deer Park, Rosenberg, Lake
Jackson, Alvin, Angleton, Dickinson, Stafford, South Houston,
Bellaire, West University Place, La Marque, and Santa Fe.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
These storms 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:
Inland Harris; Wharton; Fort Bend; Inland Brazoria; Inland Galveston; Coastal Harris; Coastal Brazoria; Coastal Galveston; Brazoria Islands; Galveston Island
Forcast Office:
NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Sender: