As severe weather alerts sweep across Texas, residents are urged to stay vigilant and prepared for potentially hazardous conditions. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued multiple severe thunderstorm warnings and a flood advisory for various counties in west central Texas. These alerts highlight the imminent threats of damaging winds, hail, and flooding in the affected areas.
The first severe thunderstorm warning, issued by NWS Midland/Odessa TX, reported a storm moving northeast at 45 mph with the potential for 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-sized hail. The subsequent warnings from NWS San Angelo TX continued to emphasize the risks of damaging winds, hail, and potential hail damage to vehicles, roofs, siding, and trees in different counties.
In addition to the severe thunderstorm warnings, a flood advisory was issued for west central Texas, including Coke, Irion, Sterling, and Tom Green counties. Doppler radar indicated heavy rain from thunderstorms, leading to minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. The advisory warned of additional rainfall amounts up to 2 inches, exacerbating the risk of flooding in the region.
Furthermore, a special weather statement highlighted a strong thunderstorm over Iraan Municipal Airport, moving northeast at 50 mph, with wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel-sized hail. While the storm was expected to impact mainly rural areas, the potential for gusty winds and minor hail damage remained a concern.
As the severe weather alerts continue to unfold, residents are advised to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and protect their property. It is crucial to stay informed about weather updates, follow safety guidelines, and be prepared for any emergency situations that may arise.
The convergence of severe thunderstorm warnings, flood advisories, and special weather statements underscores the unpredictable nature of weather patterns and the importance of proactive measures to mitigate risks and ensure community resilience.
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References:
– NWS Midland/Odessa TX: [Severe Thunderstorm Warning](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.59f36d566a0a84fd62d6ff7e9ed4f30644969898.001.1.cap)
– NWS San Angelo TX: [Severe Thunderstorm Warning 1](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.a10ca241dbc943eb72a32b2d23d22b2b072891c9.001.1.cap), [Severe Thunderstorm Warning 2](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.22d0b688a109453daee6198f7201018114fbbde8.001.1.cap), [Flood Advisory](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.f112c585a19893e565489c4564b01472f0f2d2d4.001.1.cap), [Special Weather Statement](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.a9558ad9ebca5c0d90f3f77543d9ce61b809bf7d.001.1.cap)
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