Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 20 at 1:01PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 20, 2026 - 10:01am
Expires:
July 20, 2026 - 10:45am
Description:
At 100 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Winton, or 7 miles east of Murfreesboro, moving southeast at 15 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.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Winton and Cofield around 105 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Tunis, Eure, Chowan
Beach, Topsy, Mapleton, Carter, Dort, Union, Riddicksville, and Oak
Villa.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Hertford; Gates
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: