Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 1 at 9:20PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 1, 2026 - 6:20pm
Expires:
April 1, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
At 920 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Bumpass, or 10 miles east of Mineral, moving northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down small trees and blow around
unsecured objects. Wind impacting handling of high profile
vehicles. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Ladysmith around 935 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Rappahannock Academy,
Chilesburg, Golansville, Villboro, Guinea, Corbin, Supply, Beaverdam,
Nancy Wrights Corner, and Cedar Fork.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Caroline; Eastern Louisa; Western Hanover; Western Essex
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: