Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 16 at 4:27PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 16, 2026 - 4:27pm
Expires:
September 16, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
At 427 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Weitchpec, or 8 miles north of Hoopa, moving northwest at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Weitchpec.
HWY 96
Instruction:
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening
weather conditions.
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.
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:
Northeastern Interior Humboldt
Forcast Office:
NWS Eureka CA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov