Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 21 at 3:42AM CDT until May 21 at 4:15AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 21, 2026 - 1:42am
Expires:
May 21, 2026 - 2:15am
Description:
At 342 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Palito Blanco, or 12 miles east of Benavides, moving
northeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
east central Duval and west central Jim Wells Counties.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Area Description:
Duval, TX; Jim Wells, TX
Forcast Office:
NWS Corpus Christi TX
Sender: