Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 6:39PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 21, 2026 - 3:39pm
Expires:
September 21, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 639 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Ashland. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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...
Ashland...
Clifton...
Trout...
Flatwood...
and Shatley Springs.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Locally heavy rain will quickly reduce visibility and result in
ponding of water on roadways, standing water in low lying areas, and
minor flooding of creeks, streams, and areas of poor drainage.
Drivers are urged to slow down and use extra caution to avoid
hydroplaning.
Area Description:
Ashe
Forcast Office:
NWS Blacksburg VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov