Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 4:41PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 12, 2026 - 4:41pm
Expires:
April 12, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 440 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms near Colfax, or 11 miles northwest of Pullman. These
storms were nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 30 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 outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Colfax and Albion.
This includes U.S. Highway 195 in Washington between mile markers 26
and 42.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Heavy rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding of poor drainage areas. Do not drive your vehicle
through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Washington Palouse
Forcast Office:
NWS Spokane WA
Sender: