Oregon Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 08/15/2026 17:35

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued August 15 at 5:35PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
August 15, 2026 - 5:35pm
Expires: 
August 15, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description: 
At 535 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Meacham, moving northeast at 25 mph. HAZARD...Pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Meacham. This includes Interstate 84 between mile markers 238 and 242.
Instruction: 
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.
Area Description: 
Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon
Forcast Office: 
NWS Pendleton OR
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov