Texas Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/26/2026 15:49

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 26 at 5:49PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 26, 2026 - 3:49pm
Expires: 
May 26, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description: 
At 549 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Albert, or 14 miles west of Blanco, moving northeast at 25 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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. Locations impacted include... Round Mountain, Johnson City, Stonewall, Rocky Creek, Hye, Sandy, Albert, LBJ State Park, and LBJ National Historical Park.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. 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. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for south central Texas.
Area Description: 
Gillespie; Kendall; Blanco
Forcast Office: 
NWS Austin/San Antonio TX