Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 9 at 7:46PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 9, 2026 - 7:46pm
Expires:
April 9, 2026 - 8:15pm
Description:
At 746 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles south of Merced, moving northeast 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...
Merced.
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:
Merced - Madera - Mendota; Planada - Le Grand - Snelling
Forcast Office:
NWS Hanford CA
Sender: