Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 9 at 6:38PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 9, 2026 - 6:38pm
Expires:
April 9, 2026 - 7:45pm
Description:
At 637 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
South Dos Palos, or 28 miles south of Merced, moving northeast at 15
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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.
Locations impacted include...
South Dos Palos and Dos Palos.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Los Banos - Dos Palos; Merced - Madera - Mendota
Forcast Office:
NWS Hanford CA
Sender: