Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 9:01PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 21, 2024 - 6:01pm
Expires:
September 21, 2024 - 6:45pm
Description:
At 901 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Hat Creek, or near Red House, moving southeast at 25 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...
Brookneal...
Phenix...
Red House...
Hat Creek...
Wren...
Aspen...
and Mike.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Locally heavy rain will quickly reduce visibility and result in
ponding of water on roadways, standing water in low lying areas, and
minor flooding of creeks, streams, and areas of poor drainage.
Drivers are urged to slow down and use extra caution to avoid
hydroplaning.
Area Description:
Campbell; Charlotte
Forcast Office:
NWS Blacksburg VA