Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 20 at 4:21PM CDT by NWS Brownsville TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 20, 2026 - 2:21pm
Expires:
June 20, 2026 - 2:45pm
Description:
At 421 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles east of Norias, or 14 miles southeast of Armstrong. This
thunderstorm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of southeastern Kenedy
County.
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:
Coastal Kenedy
Forcast Office:
NWS Brownsville TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov