Virginia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/22/2026 12:19

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 22 at 3:19PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 22, 2026 - 12:19pm
Expires: 
July 22, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description: 
At 319 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Mobjack, or near Mathews, 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... Bavon around 325 PM EDT. Other locations impacted by this storm include Diggs, Ruff, Peary, Moon, Laban, Cardinal, New Point, and Port Haywood.
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: 
Mathews
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wakefield VA