Virginia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/19/2026 17:33

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 19 at 8:33PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 19, 2026 - 5:33pm
Expires: 
July 19, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description: 
At 833 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Chesterfield Court House, or near Chester, moving southeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. This strong thunderstorm will be near... Colonial Heights around 845 PM EDT. Other locations impacted by this storm include Beach and Chesterfield.
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: 
Western Chesterfield; Eastern Chesterfield (Including Col. Heights)
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wakefield VA