Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 29 at 6:01PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 29, 2026 - 3:01pm
Expires:
April 29, 2026 - 3:30pm
Description:
At 600 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Zenith, or near Union, moving east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Union...
Paint Bank...
Laurel Branch...
Raines Corner...
Zenith...
Hollywood...
and Kire.
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:
Giles; Craig; Monroe
Forcast Office:
NWS Blacksburg VA
Sender: