Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 7:14PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 19, 2026 - 5:14pm
Expires:
September 19, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
At 713 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 9 miles west of Welch to near Seagraves. These
storms were nearly stationary.
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...
Seagraves, Welch, Seagraves Airport, and Loop.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
office in Midland.
Area Description:
Gaines; Dawson
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov