Headline:
Tornado Warning issued July 28 at 7:54PM EDT until July 28 at 8:30PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 28, 2026 - 4:54pm
Expires:
July 28, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description:
At 753 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Surry, moving southeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
This tornadic thunderstorm will track near Rushmere, Bacons Castle,
Chippokes State Park, Poolesville, Moonlight, Hog Island Game
Reserve, Alliance, Beachland, and Delk Crossroads.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Area Description:
Isle of Wight, VA; Surry, VA
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov