Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 15 at 5:53PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 15, 2026 - 3:53pm
Expires:
September 15, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 550 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles east of Hobbs, moving north at 15 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 southwestern Gaines
County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Gaines
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov