Texas Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/23/2026 13:55

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 23 at 3:55PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 23, 2026 - 1:55pm
Expires: 
May 23, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description: 
At 354 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8 miles northeast of Lake Marvin, or 19 miles east of Canadian. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary. HAZARD...Nickel size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northeastern Hemphill County.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description: 
Hemphill
Forcast Office: 
NWS Amarillo TX