Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 4:26AM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 19, 2024 - 4:26am
Expires:
September 19, 2024 - 5:00am
Description:
At 425 AM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Clovis, moving northwest at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny size 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...
Clovis, Friant, and Millerton Lake.
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:
Planada - Le Grand - Snelling; Caruthers - San Joaquin - Selma; Fresno-Clovis; Visalia - Porterville - Reedley; Mariposa Madera Foothills; Fresno-Tulare Foothills
Forcast Office:
NWS Hanford CA