Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 11 at 6:52PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 11, 2026 - 4:52pm
Expires:
June 11, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 652 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 12
miles west of Wink. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and penny 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 northwestern Ward,
southwestern Winkler and southeastern Loving Counties.
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.
Area Description:
Loving; Winkler; Ward
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender: