Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 3 at 6:42PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 3, 2026 - 6:42pm
Expires:
June 3, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description:
At 641 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Priest River, moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 30 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Priest River, Newport, and Oldtown.
This includes the following highways...
U.S. Highway 2 in Idaho between mile markers 0 and 19.
U.S. Highway 2 in Washington between mile markers 0 and 19.
U.S. Highway 20 in Washington between mile markers 435 and 436.
Instruction:
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 Panhandle; Northeast Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Spokane WA