Strong upper level disturbances, emanating from an upper low in the Rockies, interacted with a very warm, moist atmosphere and strong upper level winds over West Central Texas to produce severe weather over a three day period.   There were many reports of large hail and damaging winds, and several reports of tornadoes.  Although a few of these storms were large supercells, thankfully, the tornadoes remained over rural areas.

Tornado in THROCKMORTON, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 20:37:00 to 06-MAY-15 20:48:00 (CST-6)
Location: THROCKMORTON
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Storm Chaser

This was a large tornado reported by multiple storm chasers near the intersection of U.S. Highway 380 and Texas Highway 222 or about 6 to 8 miles west northwest of Throckmorton.  The tornado became rain wrapped as it moved across an open field northeast of the intersection.

Tornado in STERLING, TEXAS
From 05-MAY-15 18:59:00 to 05-MAY-15 19:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: STERLING CITY
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

The tornado was observed by the public about 14 miles north of Sterling City to briefly touch down on State Highway 163.  It was on the ground for about one minute.  This report was relayed through the Sterling County Sheriff's office.

Tornado in COKE, TEXAS
From 05-MAY-15 20:17:00 to 05-MAY-15 20:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: SILVER
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

An observer had witnessed the tornado touching the ground multiple times about 4 miles southwest of Silver.  This tornado path length and beginning time were estimated using radar data and eyewitness accounts.  The path width was also estimated.

Tornado in THROCKMORTON, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 22:00:00 to 06-MAY-15 22:01:00 (CST-6)
Location: ELBERT
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public observed a tornado crossing the field about 4 miles northwest of Elbert north of Highway 79 near FM 2459.

Thunderstorm Wind in THROCKMORTON, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 16:46:00 to 06-MAY-15 16:46:00 (CST-6)
Location: WOODSON
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

There was widespread damage to power lines and trees across Woodson. The high winds also damaged roofs and porches. The winds were estimated to be at least 80 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in HASKELL, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 16:57:00 to 07-MAY-15 16:57:00 (CST-6)
Location: HASKELL
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter estimated a thunderstorm wind gust of 60 mph about 2.4 miles south-southeast of Haskell.

Thunderstorm Wind in COLEMAN, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 21:40:00 to 07-MAY-15 21:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: ECHO
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law Enforcement estimated a thunderstorm wind gust of 60 mph just east of Echo.

Thunderstorm Wind in SHACKELFORD, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 17:27:00 to 07-MAY-15 17:27:00 (CST-6)
Location: ACAMPO
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Damaging thunderstorm winds blew a mesquite tree limb onto a sheriff patrol car's  windshield located near the intersection of Texas Highways 351 and 6 or directly west of Albany.

Thunderstorm Wind in BROWN, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 23:25:00 to 07-MAY-15 23:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: EARLY
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public estimated a thunderstorm wind gust of 65 mph in Early.

Hail in NOLAN, TEXAS
From 05-MAY-15 17:50:00 to 05-MAY-15 17:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROSCOE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Funnel Cloud in RUNNELS, TEXAS
From 05-MAY-15 18:03:00 to 05-MAY-15 18:03:00 (CST-6)
Location: MAVERICK
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Funnel Cloud in HASKELL, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 19:40:00 to 06-MAY-15 19:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: IRBY
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Storm Chaser

A storm chaser observed a funnel cloud near the Haskell and Throckmorton County Line just south of U.S. Highway 380.

Funnel Cloud in THROCKMORTON, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 21:27:00 to 06-MAY-15 21:27:00 (CST-6)
Location: THROCKMORTON
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Storm Chaser

A storm chaser observed a funnel cloud as it crossed U.S. Highway 183 approximately 8 miles north of Throckmorton.

Flash Flood in HASKELL, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 20:57:00 to 06-MAY-15 22:57:00 (CST-6)
Location: IRBY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Storm Chaser

A storm chaser reported one foot of fast flowing water over U.S. Highway 380.  The flooded area was approximately 100 yards wide and the road was impassable.

Tornado in THROCKMORTON, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 21:00:00 to 06-MAY-15 21:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: THROCKMORTON
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Storm Chaser

Storm chasers provide multiple reports of a cone shaped tornado approximately 8 miles northwest of Throckmorton.  The path length and width of the tornado were estimated.

Hail in BROWN, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 20:47:00 to 07-MAY-15 20:47:00 (CST-6)
Location: MAY
Magnitude: 2.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Hail in BROWN, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 20:33:00 to 07-MAY-15 20:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: MAY
Magnitude: 4.50 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Hail in BROWN, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 20:52:00 to 07-MAY-15 20:52:00 (CST-6)
Location: MAY
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in BROWN, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 22:40:00 to 07-MAY-15 22:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: BLANKET
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Hail in BROWN, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 22:25:00 to 07-MAY-15 22:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: BLANKET
Magnitude: 1.50 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Large hail was reported on FM Road 1467 between May and Blanket.

Thunderstorm Wind in COLEMAN, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 14:55:00 to 06-MAY-15 14:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: TALPA
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

The strong winds damaged carports and roofs about a mile northeast of Talpa.

Thunderstorm Wind in JONES, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 17:06:00 to 07-MAY-15 17:06:00 (CST-6)
Location: STAMFORD
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement estimated a thunderstorm wind gust of 60 mph about 1.35 miles west-southwest of Stamford.

Thunderstorm Wind in JONES, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 17:05:00 to 07-MAY-15 17:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: AVOCA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Fire Department/Rescue estimated a thunderstorm wind gust of 60 mph in Avoca.

Thunderstorm Wind in SHACKELFORD, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 17:19:00 to 07-MAY-15 17:19:00 (CST-6)
Location: ACAMPO
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public estimated a thunderstorm wind gust of 60 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in THROCKMORTON, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 17:25:00 to 07-MAY-15 17:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: THROCKMORTON
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public estimated a thunderstorm wind gust of 60 mph in Throckmorton.

Thunderstorm Wind in JONES, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 16:51:00 to 07-MAY-15 16:51:00 (CST-6)
Location: ANSON
Magnitude: 54.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter measured a thunderstorm wind gust of 62 mph in Anson.

Thunderstorm Wind in SHACKELFORD, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 17:45:00 to 07-MAY-15 17:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: ALBANY
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Fire Department/Rescue estimated thunderstorm wind gusts between 60 and 80 mph in Albany.

Thunderstorm Wind in THROCKMORTON, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 17:28:00 to 07-MAY-15 17:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: THROCKMORTON
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public estimated a thunderstorm wind gust of 60 mph in Throckmorton.

Thunderstorm Wind in JONES, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 17:15:00 to 07-MAY-15 17:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: BOYDS CHAPEL
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public estimated a thunderstorm wind gust of 60 mph.

Hail in CALLAHAN, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 16:00:00 to 06-MAY-15 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BAIRD
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Hail in SHACKELFORD, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 16:15:00 to 06-MAY-15 16:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: SEDWICK
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in SHACKELFORD, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 16:14:00 to 06-MAY-15 16:17:00 (CST-6)
Location: ALBANY
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Hail in JONES, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 16:18:00 to 06-MAY-15 16:18:00 (CST-6)
Location: HAMLIN
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Hail in THROCKMORTON, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 16:46:00 to 06-MAY-15 16:46:00 (CST-6)
Location: WOODSON
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Hail in SHACKELFORD, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 16:15:00 to 06-MAY-15 16:17:00 (CST-6)
Location: ALBANY
Magnitude: 2.25 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in HASKELL, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 15:35:00 to 06-MAY-15 15:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: O BRIEN
Magnitude: 2.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in CONCHO, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 14:16:00 to 06-MAY-15 14:16:00 (CST-6)
Location: MILLERSVIEW
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Hail in JONES, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 17:15:00 to 06-MAY-15 17:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: TUXEDO
Magnitude: 2.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hen egg size hail was reported on FM Road 1636, halfway between Anson and Stamford. The time was estimated by radar.

Hail in COLEMAN, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 14:57:00 to 06-MAY-15 15:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: TALPA
Magnitude: 4.50 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

The large hail stones broke car windows and damaged homes in Talpa.

Hail in JONES, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 17:24:00 to 06-MAY-15 17:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: STAMFORD
Magnitude: 1.25 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in HASKELL, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 18:06:00 to 06-MAY-15 18:06:00 (CST-6)
Location: SAGERTON
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in CALLAHAN, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 19:51:00 to 07-MAY-15 19:51:00 (CST-6)
Location: CROSS PLAINS
Magnitude: 1.50 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Hail in CALLAHAN, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 20:06:00 to 07-MAY-15 20:06:00 (CST-6)
Location: CROSS PLAINS
Magnitude: 1.25 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Hail in HASKELL, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 18:29:00 to 06-MAY-15 18:29:00 (CST-6)
Location: HASKELL
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Hail in HASKELL, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 18:25:00 to 06-MAY-15 18:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: HASKELL
Magnitude: 2.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in HASKELL, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 18:38:00 to 06-MAY-15 18:38:00 (CST-6)
Location: RULE
Magnitude: 1.25 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in HASKELL, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 19:15:00 to 06-MAY-15 19:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: LAKE STAMFORD
Magnitude: 2.50 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Storm Chaser

Hen egg to tennis ball size hail was reported along FM Road 618.

Hail in HASKELL, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 20:42:00 to 06-MAY-15 20:42:00 (CST-6)
Location: WEINERT
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Nickel to quarter size hail was reported.

Hail in HASKELL, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 16:38:00 to 07-MAY-15 16:38:00 (CST-6)
Location: SAGERTON
Magnitude: 0.88 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in HASKELL, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 16:57:00 to 07-MAY-15 16:57:00 (CST-6)
Location: HASKELL
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in JONES, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 17:45:00 to 07-MAY-15 17:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: STITH
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in SHACKELFORD, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 18:43:00 to 07-MAY-15 18:43:00 (CST-6)
Location: MORAN
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

Hail in BROWN, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 20:20:00 to 07-MAY-15 20:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: CROSS CUT
Magnitude: 2.50 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Hail in BROWN, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 20:08:00 to 07-MAY-15 20:08:00 (CST-6)
Location: CROSS CUT
Magnitude: 2.50 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Hail in BROWN, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 20:41:00 to 07-MAY-15 20:41:00 (CST-6)
Location: MAY
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Hail in BROWN, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 20:47:00 to 07-MAY-15 20:47:00 (CST-6)
Location: MAY
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Hail in SHACKELFORD, TEXAS
From 07-MAY-15 18:45:00 to 07-MAY-15 18:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: MORAN
Magnitude: 1.50 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in COLEMAN, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 15:10:00 to 06-MAY-15 15:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: GLEN COVE
Magnitude: 1.50 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in COLEMAN, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 14:55:00 to 06-MAY-15 14:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: TALPA
Magnitude: 2.50 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Hail in CALLAHAN, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 15:35:00 to 06-MAY-15 15:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: EULA
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in CALLAHAN, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 15:44:00 to 06-MAY-15 15:44:00 (CST-6)
Location: CLYDE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in COLEMAN, TEXAS
From 06-MAY-15 15:15:00 to 06-MAY-15 15:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: NOVICE
Magnitude: 2.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public