Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 12:30PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 21, 2026 - 9:30am
Expires:
September 21, 2026 - 10:15am
Description:
At 1230 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Fayetteville, 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...
Fayetteville, Ansted, Hawks Nest State Park, and Nettie.
This includes Route 19 between mile markers 18 and 35.
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:
Northwest Fayette; Southeast Fayette; Northwest Nicholas; Southeast Nicholas
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov