Virginia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/22/2026 11:32

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 22 at 2:32PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 22, 2026 - 11:32am
Expires: 
July 22, 2026 - 12:15pm
Description: 
At 232 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Toano, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. This strong thunderstorm will be near... Williamsburg around 240 PM EDT. Gloucester Courthouse around 255 PM EDT. Hayes around 300 PM EDT. Other locations impacted by this storm include Ordinary, Belroi, York River State Park, Beulah, Croaker, Barlows Corner, Camp Peary, Glass, Naxera, and Centerville.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description: 
Gloucester; Mathews; James City; York
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wakefield VA