Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 22 at 2:45PM PDT by NWS Portland OR
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 22, 2026 - 2:45pm
Expires:
July 22, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 244 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 11
miles north of Waldo Lake, or 22 miles northeast of Oakridge, moving
north at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of east central Lane
County.
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.
Area Description:
Cascades of Lane County
Forcast Office:
NWS Portland OR
Sender: