Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 7:05PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 19, 2026 - 4:05pm
Expires:
September 19, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 705 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Elk Creek, or near Speedwell, moving south 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.
Locations impacted include...
Elk Creek...
and Comers Rock.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Locally heavy rain will quickly reduce visibility and result in
ponding of water on roadways, standing water in low lying areas, and
minor flooding of creeks, streams, and areas of poor drainage.
Drivers are urged to slow down and use extra caution to avoid
hydroplaning.
Area Description:
Wythe; Grayson
Forcast Office:
NWS Blacksburg VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov