First published Oct 13, 2026, 11:06:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 13, 2026, 11:06:15 PM UTC

Severe Thunderstorm Warning — NWS Amarillo TX

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 13 at 5:36PM CDT until October 13 at 6:30PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

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NWS Amarillo reported an observed storm moving northeast at 40 mph across parts of five Texas Panhandle counties, with two-inch hail, 70 mph gusts, lightning, and torrential rain. The alert ran until 6:30 p.m. CDT, and people were told to move indoors immediately.

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Affected location: Texas Panhandle
The alert ran until 6:30 p.m.

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Urgency: 9/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

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U.S. National Weather Service Alerts NWS Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 13 at 5:36PM CDT until October 13 at 6:30PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

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