Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 23 at 12:42AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 23, 2026 - 12:42am
Expires:
August 23, 2026 - 1:15am
Description:
At 1241 AM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 20
miles northwest of Nordman, or 45 miles northwest of Priest River,
moving northeast at 45 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...
Ione, Metaline Falls, Metaline, Sullivan Lake Campground, and Noisy
Creek Campground.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Northeast Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Spokane WA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov