Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 15 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 15, 2026 - 9:00pm
Expires:
September 15, 2026 - 9:45pm
Description:
At 1000 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 12
miles west of Jal, moving north at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel 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 southeastern Lea
County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Southern Lea County
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov