Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 21 at 3:17PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 21, 2026 - 12:17pm
Expires:
May 21, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description:
At 317 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Altavista, moving northeast at 10 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...
Altavista...
and Evington.
Instruction:
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:
Bedford; Campbell
Forcast Office:
NWS Blacksburg VA
Sender: