Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 27 at 3:36PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 27, 2026 - 12:36pm
Expires:
May 27, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 335 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Tangier, or 17 miles east of Fair Port, moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph, heavy rain, and frequent
lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down small trees and blow around
unsecured objects. Wind impacting handling of high profile
vehicles. Reduced visibility and minor flooding possible.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Onancock and Onley around 350 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Harborton, Melfa,
Wachapreague, Accomac, Nelsonia, Locustville, Modest Town,
Pungoteague, Clam, and Guilford.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Heavy rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for
southeastern Maryland...and southeastern Virginia.
Area Description:
Accomack
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: