Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 14 at 5:41PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 14, 2026 - 2:41pm
Expires:
June 14, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 541 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Powhatan, moving northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, pea size hail, heavy rain, and
frequent lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible. Reduced visibility and minor flooding possible.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes.
Locations impacted include...
Powhatan, Goochland, Tuckahoe, Oilville, Manakin, Macon, Sabot,
Wyndham, Crozier, Rock Castle, Vontay, Maidens, Johnsons Springs,
Fine Creek Mills, Michaux, Lake Powhatan, Goodwins Store, Flat Rock,
Hatchers, and Jefferson.
Instruction:
Heavy rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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 1100 PM EDT for
central Virginia.
Area Description:
Goochland; Powhatan; Western Hanover; Western Henrico (Including the City of Richmond)
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: