Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued October 16 at 2:23PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 16, 2026 - 11:23am
Expires:
October 16, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 223 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Cedar Creek State Park, or near Glenville, moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Glenville, Burnsville, Sand Fork, Baldwin, Stouts Mills, Sand Run,
and Cedarville.
This includes Interstate 79 between mile markers 77 and 93.
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; Lewis
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov