Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 20 at 11:42AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 20, 2026 - 8:42am
Expires:
May 20, 2026 - 9:00am
Description:
At 1142 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Belmont, or near St. Marys, moving northeast at 40 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...
St. Marys, Belmont, Newport, Matamoras, Arvilla, Point Lookout, and
Willow Island.
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:
Washington; Pleasants; Tyler
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: