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NWS Warns of 60 mph Winds and Quarter-Size Hail in San Bernardino and Clark Counties

Residents were told to shelter immediately, with guidance on alerts, road closures, sandbag pickup and storm-safety tips.

Overview

  • An updated warning at 2:23 p.m. located a severe cell near Cal‑Nev‑Ari, about 14 miles south of Searchlight, moving west around 5 mph, effective until 3:15 p.m.
  • Forecasters expected wind gusts up to 60 mph and hail up to 1 inch, with likely damage to vehicles, roofs and trees.
  • The National Weather Service urged people in the warned area to move to an interior room on the lowest floor for protection.
  • CalTrans offered road-closure updates via its website, mobile app and 800-427-7623, while counties directed residents to enroll in local alert systems and follow agency social media.
  • County fire departments made limited free sandbags available to nearby residents who bring a shovel and proof of residency, and the NWS reiterated lightning and heavy-rain driving safety guidance.