Headline:
Tornado Warning issued July 21 at 1:41PM EDT until July 21 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 21, 2026 - 10:41am
Expires:
July 21, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
At 141 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 8 miles north of Grantsville, moving east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
Locations impacted include...
Auburn, Newberne, Tanner, and Burnt House.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Calhoun, WV; Gilmer, WV; Ritchie, WV
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: