Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 27 at 1:48PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 27, 2026 - 1:48pm
Expires:
May 27, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 147 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles southeast of Warner Valley Scenic Overlook, or 43 miles
northeast of Lakeview, moving west at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Warner Valley Scenic Overlook and Warner Wetlands.
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:
Central and Eastern Lake County
Forcast Office:
NWS Medford OR
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov