"East Bay Interior Valleys and East Bay Hills are included in a weather alert for strong thunderstorms by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 11:54 p.m. The alert is in effect until Thursday Sept. 25, at 12:30 a.m. The storms are predicted to bring wind gusts of up to 30 mph and pea-sized hail (0.25 inches). At 11:54 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm over Byron, or 10 miles south of Oakley, moving west at 30 mph, states the NWS San Francisco CA."
"Each year, lightning strikes the United States approximately 25 million times, mostly during the summer. It claims the lives of about 20 people annually, according to the NWS. The threat of lightning becomes more pronounced as thunderstorms draw nearer, peaking when the storm is directly overhead and gradually waning as it moves away. To guarantee your safety in the midst of a thunderstorm, take into account the following recommendations: Lightning safety plan: When venturing outdoors, it's crucial to have a lightning safety plan in place."
Strong thunderstorms will affect the East Bay Interior Valleys and East Bay Hills from 11:54 p.m. Wednesday through 12:30 a.m. Thursday, bringing wind gusts up to 30 mph and pea-sized hail (0.25 inches). Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm over Byron moving west at 30 mph. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects, causing minor damage to outdoor items. Impacted communities include Concord, Antioch, Walnut Creek, Pittsburg, Danville, Oakley, Pleasant Hill, Lafayette, Brentwood, Moraga and surrounding areas. Monitor weather closely, seek indoor shelter when thunder is audible, and avoid corded phones, electrical appliances and plumbing.
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