West Virginia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 09/17/2026 10:41

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 17 at 1:41PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 17, 2026 - 10:41am
Expires: 
September 17, 2026 - 11:15am
Description: 
At 141 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Marlinton, moving southeast at 20 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... Marlinton, Buckeye, and Minnehaha Springs.
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: 
Southeast Pocahontas
Forcast Office: 
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov