Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 2 at 5:24PM EDT by NWS State College PA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 2, 2026 - 2:24pm
Expires:
September 2, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 524 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Bedford, moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Bedford, Breezewood, Clearville, Everett and Manns Choice.
This includes the following highways...
Interstate 70 between mile markers 147 and 149. The Pennsylvania
Turnpike between mile markers 139 and 162. Interstate 99 between mile
markers 0 and 1.
Instruction:
Seek 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:
Bedford
Forcast Office:
NWS State College PA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov