Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 17 at 3:48PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 17, 2026 - 3:48pm
Expires:
September 17, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 348 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles southeast of Bates, or 28 miles east of John Day, moving
northwest at 10 mph.
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...
Blue Mountain Pass.
This includes Highway 26 between mile markers 188 and 199.
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:
Southern Blue Mountains of Oregon; Ochoco-John Day Highlands
Forcast Office:
NWS Pendleton OR
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov