Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 3 at 1:30PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 3, 2026 - 1:30pm
Expires:
May 3, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 130 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles southwest of Dinsmore, or 15 miles southeast of Grizzly Creek
Redwoods State Park, moving northwest at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park, Bridgeville, Pepperwood and
Shively.
Instruction:
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening
weather conditions.
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Northern Coastal Humboldt; Southeastern Interior Humboldt
Forcast Office:
NWS Eureka CA
Sender: