Virginia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 08/22/2026 17:14

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued August 22 at 8:14PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
August 22, 2026 - 5:14pm
Expires: 
August 22, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description: 
At 814 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Burrowsville, or near Claremont, moving northeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. This strong thunderstorm will be near... Claremont and Cabin Point around 820 PM EDT. Rustic around 840 PM EDT. Other locations impacted by this storm include Mount Airy, Brandon, Taylors Corner, Oak Hill Corner, and Governors Land.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Heavy 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: 
Prince George; Charles City; Surry; James City
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov