Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 14 at 4:19PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 14, 2026 - 4:19pm
Expires:
August 14, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 417 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Sherman Pass, or 45 miles east of Omak. This storm was nearly
stationary.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 30 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 outdoor objects is
possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of central Ferry
County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Area Description:
Okanogan Highlands
Forcast Office:
NWS Spokane WA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov