Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 17 at 6:01PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 6:01pm
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description:
At 600 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles southeast of Chewelah, or 34 miles west of Priest River, moving
south at 20 mph.
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...
Springdale, Valley, and Loon Lake.
This includes U.S. Highway 395 in Washington between mile markers 190
and 205.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Northeast Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Spokane WA
Sender: