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What is a ‘virga bomb,’ which blasted a Texas town with 111 mph winds?
Midland International Airport in West Texas reported wind gusting to 111 mph Tuesday evening. Scattered thunderstorms were in ...
WATCH: ‘Virga bomb’ produces 111-mph wind gust, snaps power poles like twigs in West Texas
A virga bomb in West Texas produced wind gusts stronger than 100 mph in Midland and Odessa on Tuesday night. Here’s what ...
A rare virga bomb just shattered a wind record in Texas. Here’s what it is
A triple-digit wind gust roared through part of Texas on Tuesday, but it wasn’t from a tornado or a hurricane.
Microbursts set wind records in Texas and Indiana this week
Thunderstorm microbursts caused big wind gusts as high as 111 mph at airports this week, and that might threaten all-time ...
Midland City Council approves exciting projects, here’s what to expect:
The Midland City Council met Tuesday and approved several exciting projects. First, City leaders approved a $40 million ...
Midland International Airport passenger count numbers continue to rise
Midland International Airport once again reported a record pace halfway through the fiscal year. Officials reported the total ...
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Passengers, parking revenues at Midland International higher this fiscal year
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Severe weather expected in West Texas and southeastern New Mexico this week
West Texas and southeastern New Mexico face a week of severe weather, including hail and tornadoes, with daily storm chances.