Special Weather Statement 05/28/2025 05:17 for Texas areas

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 28 at 7:17AM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 28, 2025 - 5:17am
Expires: 
May 28, 2025 - 6:45am
Description: 
At 716 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Smithville, moving northeast at around 30 mph. This storm is expected to move into the Burleson and Washington County area within the next hour or so. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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... Brenham, Caldwell, Somerville, Snook, Burton, Lake Somerville Dam, Lake Somerville State Park & Trailway, Carmine, Lyons, Deanville, Independence, and Quarry.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. 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: 
Burleson; Brazos; Washington
Forcast Office: 
NWS Houston/Galveston TX