Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Northwestern Zapata County Through 9:15 PM
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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A severe thunderstorm capable of producing 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail is moving through northwestern Zapata County. Residents are advised to seek shelter immediately.
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- Record type
- Severe Thunderstorm Warning
- Affected area
- Deep South Texas
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Brownsville
Storm notices can cover different combinations of wind, hail, lightning, and rainfall. Use the original notice for the hazards and boundaries attached to this specific record.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Deep South Texas.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Brownsville has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for northwestern Zapata County in Deep South Texas. This alert was issued at 8:33 PM CST on March 7, 2026, following radar detection of a severe weather system.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers northwestern Zapata County. At the time of issuance, the storm was located approximately 9 miles northeast of San Ygnacio. The National Weather Service indicates the storm will remain primarily over rural areas of the county as it tracks northeast.
What You Should Do
For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building immediately. Residents should stay away from windows and remain indoors until the warning has expired or the storm has passed to avoid potential injury from flying debris or hail.
Expected Conditions
- Wind: Gusts up to 60 mph are expected. Impact may include wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
- Hail: Quarter-size hail (1.00 inch) is possible. Damage to vehicles is expected in the path of the storm.
- Movement: The storm is moving northeast at a speed of 20 mph.
Timeline
The Severe Thunderstorm Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to expire at 9:15 PM CST on March 7, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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