Virginia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 08/22/2026 18:12

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued August 22 at 9:12PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
August 22, 2026 - 6:12pm
Expires: 
August 22, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description: 
At 912 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Boswells Tavern, or 10 miles west of Louisa, moving east at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph, pea size hail, and heavy rain. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down small trees and blow around unsecured objects. Wind impacting handling of high profile vehicles. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Reduced visibility and minor flooding possible. Locations impacted include... Louisa, Mineral, Boswells Tavern, Gordonsville, Pendleton, Louisa Airport, Green Springs, Fredericks Hall, Waldrop, Byrd Mill, Trevilians, Wares Crossroads, and Vawter Corner.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. 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: 
Western Louisa; Eastern Louisa
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov