Amarillo, TX – Large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes are possible Sunday as a Level 3 severe storm risk targets the Texas Panhandle and western Oklahoma.
According to the National Weather Service in Amarillo, storms will intensify Sunday afternoon and evening, impacting most of the Panhandle region and stretching into western Oklahoma. The threat level jumps to a 3 out of 5, signaling an elevated potential for significant severe weather, including rotating storms capable of producing tornadoes.
Cities including Amarillo, Dumas, Dalhart, and Pampa could see severe conditions late Sunday, with forecasters warning residents to prepare for power outages, downed trees, and difficult driving conditions. The risk spans rural counties as well as major highways like US-287 and I-40.
Residents should secure outdoor items, charge electronics in advance, and have multiple ways to receive weather alerts. Sunday marks the highest risk day in a multi-day storm pattern continuing through the weekend.
Additional watches or warnings are likely as the system develops. Stay tuned for updated briefings, especially if traveling or living in mobile homes.
