Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 5:39PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 21, 2026 - 2:39pm
Expires:
September 21, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 539 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles east of Addison (Webster Springs), or 8 miles east of Webster
Springs, moving east 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...
Mingo, Monterville, Valley Head, Bergoo, Pickens, 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; Northwest Randolph; Southeast Randolph
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov