Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 22 at 4:06PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 22, 2026 - 4:06pm
Expires:
August 22, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 405 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 24
miles northeast of Stehekin, or 43 miles west of Omak, moving north
at 40 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...
Mazama and Gate Creek Campground.
This includes U.S. Highway 20 in Washington between mile markers 177
and 186.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Western Okanogan County
Forcast Office:
NWS Spokane WA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov