Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 22 at 6:36AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 22, 2026 - 3:36am
Expires:
July 22, 2026 - 4:00am
Description:
At 636 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Hayes, or near Gloucester Courthouse, moving east at 45 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...
Mathews and Mobjack around 640 AM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Dutton, Diggs, Ruff,
Beulah, Peary, Moon, Laban, Cardinal, Cobbs Creek, and Glass.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Gloucester; Mathews
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: