Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 17 at 6:45AM PDT by NWS Boise ID
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 17, 2026 - 6:45am
Expires:
September 17, 2026 - 7:30am
Description:
At 645 AM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Gover Reservoir, or 22 miles northeast of Baker City, moving
northwest at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Areas of blowing dust possible. Minor
damage to outdoor objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Tamarack Campground and Gover Reservoir.
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.
Persons in campgrounds should consider seeking sturdy shelter until
this storm passes.
Area Description:
Baker County
Forcast Office:
NWS Boise ID
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov