Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 27 at 8:18AM CDT by NWS Brownsville TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 27, 2026 - 6:18am
Expires:
May 27, 2026 - 7:00am
Description:
At 818 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms near San Manuel, moving northeast at 90 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
San Manuel, Linn, Faysville, Red Gate, Hargill Elementary, Edinburg
South Texas International Airport
Edinburg South Texas International Airport, Mcallen, and Hargill
Reservoir.
This includes US Highway 281 between mile markers 744 and 764.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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.
Area Description:
Southern Hidalgo; Northern Hidalgo
Forcast Office:
NWS Brownsville TX
Sender: