Special Weather Statement
Humboldt County, CA · ended Fri 1:15 PM PST
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening weather conditions. 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.
At 1248 PM PST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Shelter Cove, moving northeast at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Landspouts, wind gusts up to 40 mph, and half inch size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include... Shelter Cove and Ettersburg.
What to do during a Special Weather Statement
- 1Read the statementIt says what to expect and where.
- 2Keep alerts onA watch or warning may follow if conditions get worse.
Watch vs. Warning
Special Weather Statement questions
Is a Special Weather Statement a warning?
No. It is a notice about weather that is below warning level but still worth knowing about.