First published Oct 22, 2026, 5:51:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 22, 2026, 5:51:15 PM UTC

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NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard issues Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Whittier area

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A severe thunderstorm was reported near Whittier, with observed radar indicating 60 mph wind gusts, quarter-size hail, and torrential rain. The warning was issued at 10:31 a.m. PDT and expires at 11:15 a.m. PDT on October 22, 2026.

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Affected location: Whittier, California

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The warning calls for protective action because the storm may produce damaging winds, hail, and flash flooding, and tornadoes can develop quickly.

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U.S. National Weather Service Alerts NWS Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 22 at 10:31AM PDT until October 22 at 11:15AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

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