Special Weather Statement Issued by NWS Pendleton, OR
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Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Pendleton OR
222 PM PDT Fri Apr 12 2024
ORZ506-122200-
Ochoco-John Day Highlands OR-
222 PM PDT Fri Apr 12 2024
...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT SOUTHEASTERN GRANT COUNTY
THROUGH 300 PM PDT...
At 222 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 13
miles east of Silvies, or 30 miles southeast of John Day, moving
north at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of southeastern Grant
County.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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.
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LAT...LON 4405 11877 4441 11875 4437 11843 4435 11843
4434 11847 4426 11850 4425 11839 4404 11850
TIME...MOT...LOC 2122Z 186DEG 29KT 4403 11867
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.50 IN
MAX WIND GUST...50 MPH
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