NWS issued an updated report at 1:57 p.m. indicating strong thunderstorms in Yosemite until 2:30 p.m., with pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) and wind gusts up to 40 mph. Doppler radar located a strong thunderstorm 13 miles southwest of Twin Lakes moving north at 20 mph. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects, and minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. If outdoors, seek shelter inside a building. Lightning strikes about 25 million times in the U.S. yearly and causes roughly 20 fatalities. Audible thunder indicates nearby lightning; establish a shelter plan, avoid conductive pathways indoors, and wait 30 minutes after the last thunder before resuming outdoor activities.
The National Weather Service issued an updated report at 1:57 p.m. on Saturday for strong thunderstorms in effect until 2:30 p.m. for Yosemite. Prepare for pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) and wind gusts of up to 40 mph. At 1:57 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm 13 miles southwest of Twin Lakes, moving north at 20 mph, states the NWS Hanford 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 ensure your safety during a thunderstorm, consider the following recommendations:
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