West Virginia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/06/2026 14:01

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 6 at 5:01PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 6, 2026 - 2:01pm
Expires: 
July 6, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description: 
At 501 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Clendenin, or 11 miles west of Clay. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Clendenin and Procious.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. 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: 
Kanawha; Clay
Forcast Office: 
NWS Charleston WV