Pennsylvania Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/20/2026 08:51

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 20 at 11:51AM EDT by NWS State College PA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 20, 2026 - 8:51am
Expires: 
May 20, 2026 - 9:15am
Description: 
At 1151 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 11 miles northeast of Cumberland, moving east at 25 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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. Locations impacted include... Clearville, Lake Gordon, Inglesmith, Hyndman, and Rainsburg.
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: 
Bedford
Forcast Office: 
NWS State College PA