Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 26 at 5:22PM PDT by NWS Boise ID
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 26, 2026 - 5:22pm
Expires:
June 26, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 522 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Freezeout Mountain, or 30 miles west of Parma, moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Areas of blowing dust reducing
visibility. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Twin Springs Campground, Shell Rock Butte, Owyhee Dam, and northern
Owyhee Reservoir.
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:
Malheur County; Oregon Lower Treasure Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Boise ID
Sender: