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Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Plumas County Urged to Seek Shelter Immediately

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Plumas County, including Bucks Lake and Meadow Valley, until 5:15 PM PDT due to quarter-sized hail, with residents advised to seek immediate shelter.

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09/21/2026 · Quincy edition

Residents in Plumas County, specifically near Bucks Lake and Meadow Valley, are advised to seek shelter immediately due to a Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued by the National Weather Service Sacramento CA. The warning is in effect from 5:06 PM PDT until 5:15 PM PDT today, September 21.

At 5:06 PM PDT, a severe thunderstorm was detected over Bucks Lake, approximately 12 miles west of Quincy, moving southwest at 15 mph. The primary hazard associated with this storm is quarter-sized hail. The National Weather Service Sacramento CA indicates that damage to vehicles is expected.

Impacted locations include Bucks Lake and Meadow Valley. The National Weather Service Sacramento CA instructs individuals to seek shelter inside a well-built structure and to stay away from windows during this period. This storm is capable of producing large hail.

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