Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 22 at 5:20AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 22, 2026 - 2:20am
Expires:
July 22, 2026 - 3:00am
Description:
At 520 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Amelia Courthouse, moving east at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Reduced visibility and minor flooding
possible.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Scotts Fork and Chula around 525 AM EDT.
Moseley around 530 AM EDT.
Chesterfield Court House around 545 AM EDT.
Chester, Bellwood, and Bensley around 550 AM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Winterpock, Pilkinton,
Winterham, Pocahontas State Park, Skinquarter, Maplewood, Beach,
Meadowville, Varina, and Lodore.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Amelia; Powhatan; Western Chesterfield; Eastern Chesterfield (Including Col. Heights); Eastern Henrico
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: