Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 4:04PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 21, 2026 - 1:04pm
Expires:
September 21, 2026 - 1:30pm
Description:
At 404 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles southeast of Hanover, or 8 miles northwest of Welch, moving
northeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch 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...
Welch, Pineville, Oceana, Hanover, Davy, Clear Fork, Wolf Pen, and
Baileysville.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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:
McDowell; Wyoming
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov