Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 9 at 8:44PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 9, 2026 - 8:44pm
Expires:
April 9, 2026 - 9:15pm
Description:
At 844 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Merced, moving north at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Merced and Planada.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Merced - Madera - Mendota; Planada - Le Grand - Snelling; Mariposa Madera Foothills
Forcast Office:
NWS Hanford CA
Sender: