Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 28 at 7:13PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 28, 2026 - 7:13pm
Expires:
May 28, 2026 - 7:45pm
Description:
At 713 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Snake River, or 20 miles southeast of Connell, moving northwest at 15
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...
Snake River and Matthew.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until midnight PDT for
south central and southeastern Washington.
Area Description:
Lower Columbia Basin of Washington; Foothills of the Blue Mountains of Washington
Forcast Office:
NWS Pendleton OR
Sender: