Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 14 at 6:14PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 14, 2026 - 3:14pm
Expires:
June 14, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 614 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Kings Fork, or near Downtown Suffolk, moving north at 20 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.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Suffolk around 620 PM EDT.
Smithfield and Crittenden around 630 PM EDT.
Rescue around 640 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Carrollton, Langley
View, Longview, Benns Church, Oriana, Wills Corner, Hilton Village,
Chuckatuck, Lawson, and Hobson.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
York; Newport News; Hampton/Poquoson; Isle of Wight; Suffolk
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: