Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 5 at 9:42AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 5, 2026 - 6:42am
Expires:
September 5, 2026 - 7:15am
Description:
At 942 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Shady Spring, or near Beckley, moving southeast at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Hinton...
Alderson...
Sandstone...
Buck...
Jumping Branch...
Wayside...
and Wolfcreek.
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:
Summers; Monroe
Forcast Office:
NWS Blacksburg VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov