Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 13 at 6:59PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 13, 2026 - 3:59pm
Expires:
September 13, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 659 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles south of Chesterhill, moving southeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Belpre, Coolville, Lubeck, Washington, Blennerhassett, and Little
Hocking.
This includes Route 50 in West Virginia between mile markers 1 and 4.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Athens; Washington; Wood
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov