Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 20 at 9:55PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 20, 2026 - 6:55pm
Expires:
September 20, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description:
At 954 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Williamsport to near Chillicothe to near
North Folk Village. Movement was east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Allensville and Eagle Mills.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead
to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
A Flash Flood Watch remains in effect. Heavy downpours could cause
rapid rises in water. If rising water is observed, move to higher
ground. Do not drive into areas covered by water.
Area Description:
Jackson; Vinton
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov