Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 3:09PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 18, 2026 - 12:09pm
Expires:
April 18, 2026 - 12:30pm
Description:
At 309 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Rutland, moving northeast at 55 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...
Pomeroy, Rutland, Middleport, Syracuse, Darwin, Harrisonville, and
Kyger.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Meigs; Gallia
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: