Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 21 at 3:34PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 21, 2026 - 12:34pm
Expires:
May 21, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
At 334 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Norfolk State University. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary.
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 strong thunderstorm will be near...
Downtown Norfolk and Norfolk around 340 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include South Norfolk,
Portlock, and Greenbrier.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Chesapeake; Norfolk; Portsmouth
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: