Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued October 14 at 1:02AM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 13, 2026 - 11:02pm
Expires:
October 13, 2026 - 11:45pm
Description:
At 102 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 26
miles south of Marfa, moving northeast at 40 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 west central
Brewster and east central Presidio Counties.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Marfa Plateau; Davis Mountains; Central Brewster County; Presidio Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov