Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 21 at 4:36PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 21, 2026 - 1:36pm
Expires:
July 21, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 435 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Highland Springs, moving east at 30 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.
Locations impacted include...
Richmond, New Kent, King William, Talleysville, Mechanicsville,
Highland Springs, Tunstall, Manquin, East Highland Park, Bottoms
Bridge, Studley, Elko, Cohoke, Montrose, Sandston, Westwood, Richmond
International, Colonial Downs, Fair Oaks, and Palls.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Heavy rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM EDT for
central and east central Virginia.
Area Description:
New Kent; Eastern Hanover; Western Henrico (Including the City of Richmond); Eastern Henrico; Western King William; Eastern King William; Western King and Queen
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: