Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 22 at 3:15AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 22, 2026 - 12:15am
Expires:
July 22, 2026 - 1:00am
Description:
At 315 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 9 miles northwest of Exmore to 8 miles
northeast of Bavon. Movement was east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down small trees and blow around
unsecured objects. Wind impacting handling of high profile
vehicles. Reduced visibility and minor flooding possible.
Strong thunderstorms will be near...
Exmore and Nassawadox around 330 AM EDT.
Onancock, Onley, and Willis Wharf around 335 AM EDT.
Other locations impacted by these storms include Birdsnest,
Harborton, Melfa, Jamesville, Silver Beach, Eastville, Wachapreague,
Machipongo, Wardtown, and Franktown.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Heavy rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Area Description:
Accomack; Northampton
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: