Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 24 at 9:17PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 24, 2026 - 7:17pm
Expires:
May 24, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
At 916 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Lake Leon, or near Ranger, moving southeast at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and penny size 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 storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northeastern
Eastland County, including the following locations... Desdemona,
Kokomo, and Staff.
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:
Eastland
Forcast Office:
NWS Fort Worth TX
Sender: