Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 20 at 8:08PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 20, 2026 - 5:08pm
Expires:
May 20, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 808 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Belington, or near Audra State Park, moving northeast at 55 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel 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...
Philippi, Belington, Montrose, Pheasant Run, Moatsville, Kerens, and
Nestorville.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for
northeastern West Virginia.
Area Description:
Barbour; Northwest Randolph
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov