Special Weather Statement

From the National Weather Service
STARTED:Thursday, April 9 @ 10:57 a.m.
ENDED:Thursday, April 9 @ 11:30 a.m.
SEVERITY:Moderate
URGENCY:Expected
AREAS:Northern Humboldt Interior; Northern Trinity; Southern Trinity

INSTRUCTIONS

Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening weather conditions.

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.

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.

DESCRIPTION

At 1057 AM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10 miles south of Willow Creek, moving north at 15 mph.

HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 40 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… Willow Creek and Salyer.

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