Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 3 at 5:07PM PDT by NWS Portland OR
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 3, 2026 - 5:07pm
Expires:
May 3, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 507 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles west of Hills Creek Reservoir, or 8 miles southwest of
Oakridge, moving southwest at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of south central Lane
County.
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:
Lane County Cascade Foothills; Cascades of Lane County
Forcast Office:
NWS Portland OR
Sender: