Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 28 at 2:59PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 28, 2026 - 11:59am
Expires:
August 28, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description:
At 259 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Zuni, or 7 miles west of Windsor, moving east at 5 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...
Zuni around 315 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Walters, Whitley,
Collosse, Boaz, and Burdette.
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.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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:
Southampton; Isle of Wight
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov