Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 27 at 6:43PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 27, 2026 - 3:43pm
Expires:
May 27, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 643 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Dillwyn, moving east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, heavy rain, and frequent
lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Reduced visibility and minor flooding
possible. Frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes.
Locations impacted include...
Cumberland, Guinea Mills, Tobaccoville, Trenholm, Ballsville,
Sunnyside, Morven, Trents Mill, Hatchers, Ashby, Oak Forest, McRae,
Clinton, Paineville, Whiteville, Grays Siding, Bear Creek Lake State
Park, Belona, and Truxillo.
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
central Virginia.
Area Description:
Cumberland; Amelia; Powhatan
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: