Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 18 at 11:22PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 18, 2026 - 8:22pm
Expires:
June 18, 2026 - 9:15pm
Description:
At 1122 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Shawsville,
moving northeast at 45 mph.
Winds in excess of 40 mph are possible with this storm.
Locations impacted include...
Roanoke...
Blacksburg...
Salem...
Christiansburg...
Vinton...
Troutville...
and Pilot.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm, and may cause
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Area Description:
Montgomery; Craig; Roanoke; Botetourt; Bedford
Forcast Office:
NWS Blacksburg VA
Sender: