Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 4 at 4:43PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 4, 2026 - 1:43pm
Expires:
September 4, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 443 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Sunnyside, or near Cumberland, moving southeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, pea size hail, 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. Frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Ballsville and Tobaccoville around 450 PM EDT.
Morven around 500 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Pilkinton, Belona,
Lodore, Truxillo, Giles Mill, Clinton, Clayville, Winterham, Genito,
and Worshams.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for
central Virginia.
Area Description:
Cumberland; Amelia; Powhatan
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov