Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 17 at 3:36PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 17, 2026 - 3:36pm
Expires:
September 17, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 335 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Silvies, or 24 miles south of John Day. This thunderstorm was nearly
stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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.
Locations impacted include...
Seneca and Silvies.
This includes Highway 395 between mile markers 25 and 40.
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.
Area Description:
Ochoco-John Day Highlands
Forcast Office:
NWS Pendleton OR
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov