Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 27 at 5:32PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 27, 2026 - 2:32pm
Expires:
May 27, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 532 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Centenary, or 15 miles west of Fork Union, moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel size 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...
New Canton...
Gold Hill...
and Centenary.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for
central Virginia.
Area Description:
Buckingham
Forcast Office:
NWS Blacksburg VA
Sender: