West Virginia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 09/21/2026 14:08

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 5:08PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 21, 2026 - 2:08pm
Expires: 
September 21, 2026 - 2:45pm
Description: 
At 507 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Addison (Webster Springs), or over Webster Springs, moving east 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... Webster Springs, Addison (Webster Springs), Diana, Bergoo, and Waneta.
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 Webster; Southeast Webster; Northwest Pocahontas; Southeast Randolph
Forcast Office: 
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov