A Special Weather Statement was issued on August 28 at 7:28 PM CDT by the National Weather Service in San Angelo, Texas, warning of a strong thunderstorm near Rochester moving southeast at 15 mph. The storm is expected to bring wind gusts of up to 50 mph and half-inch hail, posing potential hazards to the affected areas.
The impacted locations include Haskell, Stamford, Rule, Rochester, Weinert, O’Brien, Irby, Paint Creek, Sagerton, Lake Stamford Marina, and several others. Residents in these areas are advised to take precautions as gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and cause damage to unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is also possible.
Specifically, people attending Rule Bobcat Stadium are urged to seek safe shelter immediately to ensure their safety. The radar-indicated storm has the potential to cause disruptions and inconvenience to the affected communities.
This weather event underscores the importance of staying informed and prepared for sudden changes in weather conditions. It serves as a reminder for individuals to have an emergency plan in place and to heed warnings issued by meteorological authorities.
For further updates and information regarding this severe thunderstorm warning, residents are encouraged to monitor local weather reports and follow guidance from the National Weather Service.
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References:
– National Weather Service in San Angelo, Texas. (2021, August 28). Special Weather Statement. https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.189a095835497dcdae29c5edc645a17c542a8583.001.1.cap
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