Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 26 at 7:41PM MDT until April 26 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 26, 2025 - 6:41pm
Expires:
April 26, 2025 - 7:00pm
Description:
At 740 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Caprock, or 22 miles northwest of Tatum, moving
southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and ping pong ball size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
northwestern Lea County.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Area Description:
Lea, NM
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX