Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 21 at 9:37PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 21, 2026 - 6:37pm
Expires:
July 21, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
At 937 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Bingham, or near Babcock State Park, moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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...
Rainelle.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT for
southeastern West Virginia.
Area Description:
Southeast Fayette
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: