Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 3 at 4:35PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 3, 2026 - 4:35pm
Expires:
May 3, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 434 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Touvelle State Park, or 8 miles north of Medford, moving southwest at
20 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and near half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Central Point, Rogue River, Gold Hill, Lower Table Rock Trailhead,
Valley Of The Rogue State Park, Touvelle State Park, White City, and
Upper Table Rock Trailhead.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Eastern Curry County and Josephine County; Jackson County
Forcast Office:
NWS Medford OR
Sender: