Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 7:38AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 4:38am
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 5:15am
Description:
At 738 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Richwood, moving northeast at 55 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Richwood, Marlinton, Cass Scenic Railroad, Green Bank, Snowshoe,
Hillsboro, Dunmore, Arbovale, Cranberry Mountain Nature Center, Slaty
Fork, Minnehaha Springs, Frost, Boyer, Edray, and Buckeye.
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.
Area Description:
Southeast Nicholas; Southeast Webster; Northwest Pocahontas; Southeast Pocahontas
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: