Thunderstorm Wind — Menard, Texas

2024-05-16 · near Menard Co Arpt, Menard, Texas

Event narrative

A mesonet observation station measured an 81 mph wind gust.

Wider weather episode

Severe thunderstorms developed across portions of west central Texas due to strong instability and conducive wind shear. The severe storms produced large hail and damaging winds.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1187130. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.