'These results are very concerning,' said Professor Lizzie Kendon, Head of Climate Projections at the UK Met Office and an author of the study. 'They imply we need to be prepared for tropical-type hailstorms impacting Europe in the future, associated with very large hailstones that can cause severe impacts. 'This possibility also extends to the UK, although the risk of hail here remains low into the future.'
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.