Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 3 at 1:20PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 3, 2026 - 11:20am
Expires:
June 3, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 120 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Big Bend Ranch State Park. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel 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...
Big Bend Ranch State Park and Redford.
Instruction:
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:
Marfa Plateau; Presidio Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX