Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 10 at 7:13PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 10, 2026 - 5:13pm
Expires:
June 10, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
At 712 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 20
miles east of Chinati Mountains, or 27 miles north of Big Bend Ranch
State Park, moving southwest at 10 mph.
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.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of central Presidio
County, including near U.S. Highway 67.
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
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender: