Hail — Ector, Texas

2025-06-03 · near Pleasant Farms, Ector, Texas

Event narrative

A report was received from the public of ping pong ball-size hail near Pleasant Farms. The time of occurrence is estimated from radar.

Wider weather episode

An incoming trough, upslope flow, and a somewhat weak dryline resulted in the development of scattered thunderstorms across Southeast New Mexico and West Texas. A few of these storms became severe, producing damaging winds and large hail. The two most notable storms occurred in Fort Stockton and Pleasant Farms. Microbursts in these locations resulted in winds in excess of 100 mph and widespread damage to roofs and mobile homes. Two people were injured in Pleasant Farms.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1262112. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.