The National Weather Service (NWS) is warning of storms hitting Texas on Tuesday, September 15. If the systems strengthen, residents in affected areas could have more to be on alert for more than just rain.
Forecasters say conditions are more likely to turn severe in the eastern Panhandle near Clarendon, though thunderstorms are expected across the region. Both the central and eastern Panhandles face a Level 1 risk out of 5 that storms will escalate, with Perryton, Pampa, Canadian, and Amarillo among those in the warning zone, according to the agency.
Forecasters say hail, 60 mph wind gusts, and a tornado (though the tornado likelihood is very low) are all possible. Hail could measure 1.75 inches, roughly the size of a penny.
Meteorologists say the most likely window for this activity to begin is around 3 p.m., and it could last until 11 p.m. Storms are expected to move from southwest to southeast…