Special Weather Statement 05/31/2025 17:02 for California areas

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 31 at 5:02PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 31, 2025 - 5:02pm
Expires: 
May 31, 2025 - 5:30pm
Description: 
At 501 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 18 miles southwest of Olancha, moving northwest at 5 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... Casa Vieja Meadows, Blackrock, and Beach Meadows.
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: 
South End of the Upper Sierra
Forcast Office: 
NWS Hanford CA