Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 29 at 9:47PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 29, 2026 - 6:47pm
Expires:
April 29, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description:
At 947 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Virgilina, moving southeast at 35 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.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of southwestern
Mecklenburg County, including the following locations... Nelson,
Buffalo Junction, and John H Kerr Reservoir.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Mecklenburg
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: