Special Weather Statement Virginia, West Virginia | Effective 03/16/2026 07:59

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 10:59AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
March 16, 2026 - 7:59am
Expires: 
March 16, 2026 - 9:30am
Description: 
A strong cold front will move through the area in the next hour or two with a line of showers and gusty winds. Wind gusts of 35 to 45 mph are possible with this line, along with brief reductions in visibility. These gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle.
Area Description: 
Dickenson; Buchanan; Tyler; Kanawha; Roane; Calhoun; Ritchie; Doddridge; Logan; Boone; Clay; Braxton; Gilmer; Lewis; Harrison; McDowell; Wyoming; Northwest Raleigh; Southeast Raleigh; Northwest Fayette; Southeast Fayette; Northwest Nicholas; Southeast Nicholas
Forcast Office: 
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov