Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 7 at 4:48PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 7, 2026 - 1:48pm
Expires:
March 7, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 448 PM EST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Roaring Gap, or near Traphill, moving east 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.
Locations impacted include...
Mountain Park...
Traphill...
Roaring Gap...
Stone Mountain State Park...
and State Road.
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:
Alleghany; Surry; Wilkes
Forcast Office:
NWS Blacksburg VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov