West Virginia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 10/14/2026 15:41

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued October 14 at 6:41PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
October 14, 2026 - 3:41pm
Expires: 
October 14, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description: 
At 641 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Cedar Creek State Park, or 10 miles south of Glenville, moving east at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Sutton, Gassaway, Flatwoods, Exchange, Heaters, and Cedarville. This includes Interstate 79 between mile markers 62 and 78.
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: 
Braxton; Gilmer
Forcast Office: 
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov