Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 24 at 4:18PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 24, 2026 - 2:18pm
Expires:
May 24, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 418 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
New Fairview, or 7 miles southeast of Decatur, moving north at 10
mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Decatur and New Fairview around 425 PM CDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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:
Wise
Forcast Office:
NWS Fort Worth TX
Sender: