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USA - Storms bring much needed rain to Texas High Plains, some crop damage

26.05.2023 111 views

A series of storm systems has passed through the region over the past two weeks, bringing beneficial rainfall to West Texas, along with some damaging severe weather.

Since May 1, Lubbock has received 2.89 inches of rain, while Amarillo has received 4.29 inches. Yearly totals are 6.15 and 3.75 inches, respectively.

High winds, topping in the upper-80s this week, and hail have accompanied the much-needed precipitation as many farmers and producers enter the planting season.

Consequently, existing crops have received extensive damage from recent conditions — including tennis-ball size hail Tuesday evening that damaged crops around Hockley County.

Earlier this week, Onion Shed Farms in Hockley County announced on Facebook that it would close for the season as a result.

“Our Market season is over,” the post stated. “Last night’s hail wiped us out. Even if we replanted it would be August before we could hope to have anything ready and it would be September before we hit full stride. Pretty disappointing. Maybe it’s God’s way of saying we need to take a year off, regroup, get everything repaired and in good shape to jump on it for next year. I was really looking forward to opening up at the new location. We’ll still come by and help out but it won’t be the same.”

The National Weather Service in Lubbock receive numerous reports of damaging hail larger than 1 inch in diameter from the recent storm systems, including a report of hail 2.25 inches in diameter and larger near Shallowater in northwest Lubbock County.

Continued rain chances are expected through the weekend and into next week, ranging from 40 to 60%. Some storms could be severe, and the region can expect damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes, according to the National Weather Service office in Lubbock.

Source - https://eu.lubbockonline.com

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