Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 27 at 6:48AM CDT by NWS Brownsville TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 27, 2026 - 4:48am
Expires:
May 27, 2026 - 5:30am
Description:
At 647 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles southeast of El Cenizo, or 10 miles north of San Ygnacio,
moving northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
San Ygnacio.
This includes US Highway 83 between mile markers 738 and 762.
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.
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 800 AM CDT for
Deep South Texas.
Area Description:
Zapata
Forcast Office:
NWS Brownsville TX
Sender: