Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 26 at 4:03PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 26, 2025 - 4:03pm
Expires:
April 26, 2025 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 402 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Terra Bella, or 9 miles southeast of Porterville, moving northeast 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...
Springville, East Porterville, Ducor, Terra Bella, Porterville, and
Fountain Springs.
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:
Visalia - Porterville - Reedley; Southeast San Joaquin Valley; Fresno-Tulare Foothills; South End Sierra Foothills; South End of the Lower Sierra; South End of the Upper Sierra
Forcast Office:
NWS Hanford CA