Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 27 at 3:07PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 27, 2026 - 12:07pm
Expires:
May 27, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description:
At 306 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Jamaica, or 8 miles northwest of Urbanna, moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Reduced visibility and minor flooding
possible.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Kilmarnock around 325 PM EDT.
White Stone around 330 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Laneview, Nesting,
Weems, Mollusk, Senora, Slabtown, Bertrand, Dragonville, Amburg, and
Wake.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Heavy rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for
eastern and east central Virginia.
Area Description:
Richmond; Lancaster; Middlesex; Eastern King and Queen; Eastern Essex
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: