Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 18 at 7:36PM EDT by NWS State College PA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 18, 2026 - 4:36pm
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
At 736 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Tyrone, moving northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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...
Stormstown, Bald Eagle, Milesburg, Snow Shoe, Clarence, Port Matilda,
Sandy Ridge, Julian, Black Moshannon State Park, and Unionville.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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 Centre; Southern Centre; Blair
Forcast Office:
NWS State College PA
Sender: