Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 22 at 8:21AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 22, 2026 - 5:21am
Expires:
July 22, 2026 - 6:00am
Description:
At 821 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Hampden Sydney College, moving east at 40 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...
Farmville around 825 AM EDT.
Rice around 830 AM EDT.
Burkeville around 835 AM EDT.
Crewe around 840 AM EDT.
Jetersville around 850 AM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include North Wellville,
Briery Creek Lake, Tuggle, Prince Edward Station, Twin Lakes State
Park, Allens Mill, Burkes Tavern, Moran, Winterham, and Kingsville.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Prince Edward; Nottoway; Amelia
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: