Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 20 at 5:37PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 20, 2026 - 2:37pm
Expires:
May 20, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 537 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Alum Creek, or 11 miles east of Hamlin, moving northeast at 25 mph.
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.
Locations impacted include...
Alum Creek, Tornado, Sod, and Yawkey.
This includes Route 119 between mile markers 61 and 70.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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
central West Virginia.
Area Description:
Lincoln; Kanawha; Boone
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: