Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 3:30PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 21, 2026 - 1:30pm
Expires:
September 21, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 330 PM CDT/230 PM MDT/, Doppler radar was tracking a strong
thunderstorm over Nadine, or 10 miles south of Hobbs, moving east at
5 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.
Locations impacted include...
Nadine.
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.
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:
Central Lea County; Gaines; Andrews
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov