Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 20 at 9:14AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 20, 2026 - 6:14am
Expires:
May 20, 2026 - 6:30am
Description:
At 914 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Mason, or near Pomeroy, moving northeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Pomeroy, Racine, Rutland, New Haven, Mason, Middleport, Chester,
Syracuse, Hartford City, Cheshire, Lakin, and Kyger.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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:
Meigs; Gallia; Mason
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
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