Virginia Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/29/2026 15:03

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 29 at 6:03PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 29, 2026 - 3:03pm
Expires: 
April 29, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description: 
At 602 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Douthat State Park, or near Clifton Forge, moving east at 35 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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... Lexington... Buena Vista... Collierstown... Rockbridge Baths... Nimrod Hall... Cornwall... and Douthat State Park.
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: 
Alleghany; Bath; Rockbridge
Forcast Office: 
NWS Blacksburg VA