Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Baylor and Knox Counties in Northern Texas

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for portions of northern Texas. The alert was issued at 5:37 PM CDT and is effective until 6:15 PM CDT.

Affected Areas

The warning impacts the following geographic regions:

• Baylor County, TX
• Eastern Knox County, TX

Specific locations in the path of the storm include Seymour, Munday, Goree, Red Springs, Lake Kemp, Mabelle, Vera, Bomarton, and Rhineland.

What You Should Do

For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. People and animals currently outdoors are at risk of injury and should seek immediate shelter. Additionally, a Tornado Watch remains in effect for the warned area.

Expected Conditions

Radar indicated a severe thunderstorm located 4 miles northwest of Irby at 5:37 PM CDT, moving north at 60 mph. The following hazards are expected:

• Hail: Up to two inches in diameter (radar indicated).
• Wind: Gusts up to 60 mph.

Impacts include potential damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Wind damage to trees is also expected.

Timeline

• Issued: March 10, 5:37 PM CDT
• Expiration: March 10, 6:15 PM CDT