Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 27 at 6:37PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 27, 2026 - 3:37pm
Expires:
May 27, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 637 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Head of Grassy, or 11 miles northwest of Olive Hill, moving southeast
at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Olive Hill, Carter Caves State Park, Gesling, Grahn, Soldier, and
Globe.
This includes Interstate 64 in Kentucky between mile markers 149 and
166.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Carter
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov