Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 9 at 3:46PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 9, 2026 - 3:46pm
Expires:
April 9, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 346 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 19
miles north of Yosemite Valley, or 20 miles southwest of Twin Lakes,
moving north at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea 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...
Paradise Meadow, Hetch Hetchy, Hetch Hetchy Ranger Station, and
Rancheria Falls Wilderness Campground.
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:
Yosemite NP outside of the valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Hanford CA
Sender: