West Virginia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/06/2026 15:53

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 6 at 6:53PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 6, 2026 - 3:53pm
Expires: 
July 6, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description: 
At 653 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Whitepost, or near Williamson, moving northeast at 10 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch 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... Williamson, Delbarton, Chattaroy, Naugatuck, Myrtle, and Lenore. This includes Route 119 between mile markers 1 and 16.
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: 
Mingo
Forcast Office: 
NWS Charleston WV