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Last Map Update: Thu, Apr 9, 2026 at 10:48:26 am CDT

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When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!

Isolated to scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon and evening, especially over northwestern portions of the Caprock. Some of these storms may be severe. Not everyone will see rain today though, and most areas east of I-27 should remain dry. #txwx

A couple of storms today may become severe, mainly over the southwestern Texas Panhandle. The primary hazards will be damaging wind gusts and large hail.

Additional thunderstorms are expected to develop on Friday, especially during the evening and into the overnight hours. Confidence in Friday's severe weather potential is low, and some severe storms are also possible during the daytime hours.

Storm chances continue across the entire area on Saturday, with some of these storms possibly becoming severe and capable of producing heavy rainfall. On Sunday, storm chances shift mainly to areas off the Caprock.

Warm and breezy weather is expected today with a few storms this afternoon and evening on the Caprock.

With thunderstorms in the forecast, it's important to make sure you have a plan to stay safe from lightning if you'll be enjoying any outdoor activities. When thunder roars, go indoors.

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Local Weather History For April 9th...

1947: Perhaps one of the most violent tornadoes ever to strike the Texas Panhandle occurred this afternoon in Carson,
Hemphill and Lipscomb Counties before continuing its 221 mile total track into Woodward, OK. This massive tornado
completely destroyed the town of Glazier and grew to one mile in width when it struck Higgins. In Texas alone, 68 people
died, another 201 were injured and around $1.5M in damage was sustained.