Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 9:05PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 21, 2024 - 6:05pm
Expires:
September 21, 2024 - 6:30pm
Description:
At 905 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Goochland to Macon to Morven. Movement was
southeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, heavy rain, and frequent
lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Reduced visibility and minor flooding
possible. Frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes.
Locations impacted include...
Powhatan, Moseley, Amelia Courthouse, Tuckahoe, Manakin,
Tobaccoville, Trenholm, Morven, Scotts Fork, Macon, Chula, Sabot,
Ballsville, Crozier, Rock Castle, Pilkinton, Maidens, Three Square,
Winterham, and Skinquarter.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Heavy rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Goochland; Amelia; Powhatan; Western Chesterfield; Western Henrico (Including the City of Richmond)
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA