Bertsch-Oceanview, CA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Bertsch-Oceanview, Del Norte County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Bertsch-Oceanview?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged high winds on 20 days in the Coastal Del Norte forecast zone and Del Norte County — the most common reported hazard around Bertsch-Oceanview, mostly in January and November. Next come flooding (8 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (4 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| High winds | 20 | Dec 2024 | Mar 13, 2023 · $1.0 million damage |
| Flooding | 8 | Jan 2024 | Dec 14, 2016 · $584,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 4 | Feb 2023 | — |
| Wildfires | 2 | Aug 2002 | — |
| Flash flooding | 2 | Apr 2018 | — |
| Coastal flooding | 1 | Jan 2023 | — |
| Debris flows | 1 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2, 2024 · $1,000 damage |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 1 | Apr 2026 | — |
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, 1996–2026 (the latest year is partial). A "day" is a date with at least one report in the Coastal Del Norte forecast zone and Del Norte County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Bertsch-Oceanview?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KMAX (Medford, OR), about 78 miles east-northeast. Radar beams climb as they travel, so the height of the lowest scan over town decides how low in a storm the radar can see.
| Radar | Distance | Lowest beam over Bertsch-Oceanview | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KMAX Medford, OR | 78 mi east-northeast | 6,600 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KBHX Eureka, CA | 87 mi south | 7,800 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KBBX Beale AFB, CA | 205 mi southeast | 30,500 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
Beam height is the center of the 0.5° scan above the radar, with standard refraction. Mountains near a radar can block it further.
Tornado & hail history near Bertsch-Oceanview
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 8 tornadoes within 25 miles of Bertsch-Oceanview. Most came in January and December. The strongest was an F1 on December 11, 1992, which touched down about 2 miles west of town. The most recent was an F0 on November 9, 2002, which touched down about 21 miles north-northwest of town.
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center — tornadoes 1950–2025, hail 1955–2025. Distances are to each tornado's track; ratings before February 2007 use the original Fujita scale.
On TALON you get Bertsch-Oceanview's live radar loop, rain/snow/ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks with arrival times and NWS warnings free; close-up radar and rotation detection are part of TALON Pro.
Bertsch-Oceanview radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Bertsch-Oceanview, CA?
KMAX (Medford, OR), about 78 miles east-northeast. KBHX (Eureka, CA) is 87 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Bertsch-Oceanview?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Bertsch-Oceanview the lowest scan from KMAX is about 6,600 ft up — fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation.
Is TALON's radar for Bertsch-Oceanview free?
Yes — the US radar loop, rain/snow/ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and NWS warnings are free in any browser. Close-up radar, rotation detection and longer forecasts are part of TALON Pro.
Should I rely on radar for my safety?
No app replaces official warnings. When the National Weather Service issues a warning for Bertsch-Oceanview, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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