Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 19 at 2:39PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 19, 2026 - 11:39am
Expires:
July 19, 2026 - 12:15pm
Description:
At 239 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Drakes Branch, or near Charlotte Court House, moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Keysville...
Charlotte Court House...
and Drakes Branch.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Locally heavy rain will quickly reduce visibility and result in
ponding of water on roadways, standing water in low lying areas, and
minor flooding of creeks, streams, and areas of poor drainage.
Drivers are urged to slow down and use extra caution to avoid
hydroplaning.
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 800 PM EDT for
central and south central Virginia.
Area Description:
Charlotte
Forcast Office:
NWS Blacksburg VA
Sender: