Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 19 at 6:44PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 19, 2026 - 4:44pm
Expires:
July 19, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description:
At 643 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 22
miles northeast of Persimmon Gap, or 36 miles west of Sanderson,
moving northwest at 15 mph.
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 central Brewster
County.
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:
Central Brewster County; Lower Brewster County
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
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