Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 22 at 2:43PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 22, 2026 - 2:43pm
Expires:
August 22, 2026 - 3:30pm
Description:
At 242 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Stehekin, or 43 miles east of Darrington, moving north at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Stehekin, Roads End Campground, Washington Pass, Company Creek
Campground, Gilbert, South Creek Campground, and Flick Creek
Campground.
This includes U.S. Highway 20 in Washington between mile markers 157
and 167.
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:
Western Chelan County; Western Okanogan County
Forcast Office:
NWS Spokane WA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov