Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 21 at 11:40PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 21, 2026 - 9:40pm
Expires:
May 21, 2026 - 10:15pm
Description:
At 1139 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 4
miles west of Plains, moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Plains.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Light accumulations of small hail will be possible, and could cause
slick and hazardous driving conditions. Consider moving to a sturdy
shelter until this storm passes.
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:
Yoakum
Forcast Office:
NWS Lubbock TX
Sender: