Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 20 at 12:45PM EDT by NWS State College PA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 20, 2026 - 9:45am
Expires:
May 20, 2026 - 10:15am
Description:
At 1244 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Hancock to 18 miles south of Breezewood to
15 miles north of Paw Paw. Movement was east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Warfordsburg, Big Cove Tannery, Needmore, Barnes Gap, Inglesmith, and
Locust Grove.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms 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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 800 PM EDT for
south central Pennsylvania.
Area Description:
Bedford; Fulton
Forcast Office:
NWS State College PA
Sender: