Special Weather Statement West Virginia | Effective 03/16/2026 08:03

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 11:03AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
March 16, 2026 - 8:03am
Expires: 
March 16, 2026 - 10:30am
Description: 
A strong cold front will move through the area in the next couple of hours 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: 
Taylor; Upshur; Barbour; Northwest Webster; Southeast Webster; Southeast Pocahontas; Northwest Randolph
Forcast Office: 
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov