Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 7 at 4:45PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 7, 2026 - 1:45pm
Expires:
March 7, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 445 PM EST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Maple Springs, or near Wilbar, moving east at 25 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.
Locations impacted include...
Wilbar...
Maple Springs...
Millers Creek...
Wilkesboro Reservoir...
Buck...
and Cricket.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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:
Wilkes
Forcast Office:
NWS Blacksburg VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov