Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 24 at 12:40PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 24, 2024 - 9:40am
Expires:
September 24, 2024 - 10:30am
Description:
At 1239 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Holden, or near Logan, moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Logan, Oceana, Man, Delbarton, Bald Knob, Holden, Mallory,
Amherstdale-Robinette, Red Jacket, Hinch, Buskirk, Mount
Gay-Shamrock, Gilbert Creek, Matewan, Gilbert, Mount Gay, Chauncey,
Myrtle, Coal Mountain, and Bruno.
This includes Route 119 between mile markers 11 and 26.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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; Logan; Boone; Wyoming
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV