Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 17 at 12:19AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 16, 2026 - 9:19pm
Expires:
August 16, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description:
At 1218 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms along a line extending from near Centenary to near
Appomattox National Historic Park to near Evington. Movement was east
at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, half inch hail, heavy rain, and
frequent lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible. Reduced visibility and minor flooding possible.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes.
Locations impacted include...
Cumberland, Farmville, Hampden Sydney, Hampden Sydney College,
Longwood University, Burkeville, Guinea Mills, Tobaccoville,
Darlington Heights, Trenholm, Morven, Lakeside Village, Green Bay,
Sunnyside, Rice, Ballsville, Prospect, Tuggle, Angola, and Hawk.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms 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:
Prince Edward; Cumberland; Nottoway; Amelia; Powhatan
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov