Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 27 at 5:23PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 27, 2026 - 2:23pm
Expires:
May 27, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 523 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles southeast of Boydton, or 15 miles northwest of Warrenton,
moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, heavy rain, and frequent
lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Reduced visibility and minor flooding
possible. Frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes.
Locations impacted include...
Brodnax, La Crosse, Beechwood, Bracey, Keats, John H Kerr Dam, Eppes
Fork, Palmer Springs, John H Kerr Reservoir, and Lake Gaston.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Frequent
cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm. Lightning
can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe shelter
inside a building or vehicle.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for
south central Virginia.
Area Description:
Mecklenburg
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: