Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 17 at 4:23PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 17, 2026 - 4:23pm
Expires:
September 17, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
At 423 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking an area of strong
thunderstorms near Forest Glen, or 16 miles southwest of Hayfork,
moving south at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Ruth, Forest Glen and Zenia.
HWY 36
Instruction:
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening
weather conditions.
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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:
Southern Trinity
Forcast Office:
NWS Eureka CA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov