At 740 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Caprock, or 22 miles northwest of Tatum, moving
southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD…Tornado and ping pong ball size hail.
SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT…Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
northwestern Lea County.