Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 2 at 4:20PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 2, 2026 - 1:20pm
Expires:
September 2, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 420 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Highland Springs, moving south at 15 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...
Chester around 450 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Richmond
International, Fair Oaks, Meadowville, Wayside, Varina, Elko,
Sandston, Glendale, and Montrose.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Charles City; Eastern Chesterfield (Including Col. Heights); Eastern Henrico
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov