Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 1 at 5:39PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 1, 2026 - 2:39pm
Expires:
April 1, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 539 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles east of Lake Vesuvius, moving northeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel 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...
Aid, Crown City, Scottown, and Ashton.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 800 PM EDT for
southeastern Ohio...and central and western West Virginia.
Area Description:
Gallia; Lawrence; Cabell; Mason
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: