"A weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 1:45 p.m. for strong thunderstorms in effect until 2:15 p.m. for North Bay Interior Mountains. The storms may bring pea-sized hail (0.25 inches). At 1:45 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm 17 miles north of St. Helena, or 27 miles northeast of Santa Rosa, moving southeast at 5 mph, according to the NWS San Francisco CA. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible."
"To ensure your safety during a thunderstorm, keep these recommendations in mind: Lightning safety plan: When venturing outdoors, it's crucial to have a lightning safety plan in place. Stay vigilant by monitoring the sky for ominous signs and listening for the telltale sound of thunder. If thunder is audible, it's a clear indication of nearby lightning. Seek a safe place to shelter, preferably indoors."
A weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service Wednesday at 1:45 p.m. for strong thunderstorms in the North Bay Interior Mountains in effect until 2:15 p.m. Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm 17 miles north of St. Helena, or 27 miles northeast of Santa Rosa, moving southeast at 5 mph, with pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) possible and minor damage to outdoor objects. The alert covers mainly rural areas of northwestern Napa County and urges close monitoring. Lightning strikes about 25 million times in the U.S. yearly and causes roughly 20 deaths annually. Risk increases as storms approach and can persist; recommendations include having a lightning safety plan, seeking indoor shelter, avoiding corded phones and plumbing, staying away from windows and doors, and waiting at least 30 minutes after the last thunder before resuming outdoor activities.
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