Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 5 at 2:33PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 5, 2025 - 1:33pm
Expires:
May 5, 2025 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 233 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Caprock, or 23 miles west of Tatum, moving northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny 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.
Locations impacted include...
Caprock.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 800 PM MDT for southeastern
New Mexico.
Area Description:
Northern Lea County
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX