Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 1 at 9:33PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 1, 2026 - 6:33pm
Expires:
April 1, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description:
At 933 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Sago, or near Callands, moving northeast at 20 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.
Locations impacted include...
Gretna...
Penhook...
Sago...
Climax...
Pittsville...
and Ajax.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Locally heavy rain will quickly reduce visibility and result in
ponding of water on roadways, standing water in low lying areas, and
minor flooding of creeks, streams, and areas of poor drainage.
Drivers are urged to slow down and use extra caution to avoid
hydroplaning.
Area Description:
Franklin; Pittsylvania
Forcast Office:
NWS Blacksburg VA
Sender: