Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 22 at 10:22PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 22, 2026 - 7:22pm
Expires:
June 22, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
At 1021 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Cape Charles, moving east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Reduced visibility and minor flooding
possible.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Cape Charles, Cheriton, and Bay View around 1025 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Capeville, Birdsnest,
Kiptopeke State Park, Jamesville, Silver Beach, Eastville,
Machipongo, Wardtown, Franktown, and Simpkins.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT for
eastern Virginia.
Area Description:
Accomack; Northampton
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov