Special Weather Statement Texas | Effective 03/08/2026 04:44

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued March 8 at 6:44AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
March 8, 2026 - 4:44am
Expires: 
March 8, 2026 - 5:30am
Description: 
At 644 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8 miles southeast of Loma Vista, or 11 miles northeast of Big Wells, moving northeast at 10 mph. HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and half inch hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Divot.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. 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: 
Zavala; Frio
Forcast Office: 
NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov