Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 5:26PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 17, 2026 - 2:26pm
Expires:
July 17, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 525 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Elizabeth, moving north at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Elizabeth, Morristown, and Rockport.
This includes Interstate 77 in West Virginia between mile markers 158
and 166.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Wood; Wirt
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: