Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 3 at 5:11PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 3, 2026 - 5:11pm
Expires:
May 3, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 511 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 15
miles southeast of Pinecrest, or 18 miles south of Sonora Pass,
moving northwest at 10 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 northwestern
Tuolumne County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Conditions are favorable for the development of weak, brief funnel
clouds. This type of funnel cloud is harmless, but on rare occasions
they can briefly touch down, producing wind gusts over 50 mph. If a
funnel cloud is spotted move indoors and report your sighting to the
National Weather Service.
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: