Pennsylvania Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/18/2026 16:50

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 18 at 7:50PM EDT by NWS State College PA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 18, 2026 - 4:50pm
Expires: 
May 18, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description: 
At 750 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over State College, moving northeast at 35 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Boalsburg, Pleasant Gap, Centre Hall, Millheim, Aaronsburg, Spring Mills, Madisonburg, Potters Mills, Tussey Mountain Ski Area, and Pennsylvania Military Museum.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. 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: 
Southern Centre
Forcast Office: 
NWS State College PA