Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 13 at 9:33PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 13, 2026 - 6:33pm
Expires:
September 13, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
At 933 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Arnoldsburg, or 9 miles south of Grantsville, moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Arnoldsburg, Shock, Millstone, Orma, Wilsie, Servia, Rosedale,
Stumptown, Nicut, Mount Zion, Cedarville, and Normantown.
This includes Interstate 79 between mile markers 47 and 50.
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:
Calhoun; Braxton; Gilmer
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov