Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 29 at 5:52PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 29, 2025 - 3:52pm
Expires:
April 29, 2025 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 552 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 14
miles northeast of Andrews, moving northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
McKenzie Lake.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for
western Texas.
Area Description:
Gaines; Dawson; Andrews
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX