Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 4 at 10:42PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 4, 2026 - 9:42pm
Expires:
July 4, 2026 - 10:30pm
Description:
At 1042 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles northeast of Artesia, moving south at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and half inch 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...
Artesia and Artesia Municipal Airport.
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.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Eddy County Plains
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender: