Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 8 at 6:59AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 8, 2026 - 4:59am
Expires:
March 8, 2026 - 5:45am
Description:
At 659 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Stinson Municipal Airport, moving northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and penny size 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...
San Antonio, Schertz, Converse, Universal City, Stinson Municipal
Airport, Randolph AFB, Kirby, St. Hedwig, China Grove, Zuehl,
Martinez, Parita, Southton, Sayers, Friendly Corner, Brooks City
Base, and Adkins.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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.
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:
Bexar
Forcast Office:
NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov