Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 14 at 1:51PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 14, 2026 - 10:51am
Expires:
June 14, 2026 - 11:15am
Description:
At 151 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Point Pleasant, moving northeast at 40 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...
Point Pleasant, Gallipolis, Racine, New Haven, Syracuse, Hartford
City, Henderson, Cottageville, Mount Alto, Letart, and Evans.
This includes Interstate 77 in West Virginia between mile markers 140
and 141.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for
southeastern Ohio...and western and northwestern West Virginia.
Area Description:
Meigs; Gallia; Mason; Jackson
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: