Weather Alerts For Northern Cambria, PA
Special Weather Statement
-Special Weather Statement National Weather Service State College PA 1006 AM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 Warren-McKean-Elk-Cameron-Clearfield-Cambria-Somerset- 1006 AM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 ...FALLING TEMPERATURES AND SLICK SPOTS THROUGH THE AFTERNOON... Temperatures will drop below the freezing mark through midday with rain showers quickly changing to snow showers. Blustery winds may dry off roads and other paved surfaces, but any residual water from previous rain or melting snow could freeze up and result in slick spots through the afternoon.
High Wind Warning
-URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service State College PA 1001 AM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 Cambria-Blair-Somerset-Bedford- Including the cities of Altoona, Somerset, Johnstown, and Bedford 1001 AM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. * WHERE...Bedford, Blair, Cambria, and Somerset Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will be on the ridgetops above 2000 feet. Maximum wind gusts are expected during the afternoon and evening. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure or shelter outdoor objects and holiday decorations prior to the onset of winds. &&
Lightning Alert
-Closest strike: 4.67 miles Stay Alert! Remain in a safe area until there has been no lightning within 10 miles of this location for 30 minutes. Please be aware that lightning activity can remain high even when a storm is moving away from your location. Even if rain has stopped, do not leave your safe area until WeatherBug indicates that lightning is more than 10 miles away from this selected location. IF OUTDOORS Avoid water, high ground, and open spaces. Avoid all metal objects including electric wires, fences, and machinery. Find a safe area in a building or in a fully enclosed vehicle with the windows completely shut. Unsafe places include underneath canopies, small picnic or rain shelters, convertibles, or near trees. IF INDOORS Avoid water and stay away from doors and windows. Avoid using a hard line telephone. Take off headphones. Turn off, unplug, and stay away from appliances, computers, power tools, and TV sets. Lightning may strike exterior electric and phone lines, inducing shocks to inside equipment.