Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 26 at 3:29PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 26, 2025 - 3:29pm
Expires:
April 26, 2025 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 329 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 11
miles southwest of Corcoran, or 24 miles south of Hanford, moving
north at 10 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 hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Corcoran.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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.
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:
West Side of Fresno and Kings Counties; Buttonwillow - Lost Hills - I5; Delano-Wasco-Shafter; Hanford - Corcoran - Lemoore
Forcast Office:
NWS Hanford CA