Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 28 at 5:40PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 28, 2026 - 5:40pm
Expires:
May 28, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 539 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 12
miles west of Ukiah, or 22 miles southeast of Heppner, moving
northwest at 40 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.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of southeastern Morrow
County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 800 PM PDT for
northeastern Oregon.
Area Description:
Southern Blue Mountains of Oregon
Forcast Office:
NWS Pendleton OR
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov