Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 20 at 6:41PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 20, 2026 - 3:41pm
Expires:
May 20, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 641 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles south of Burnwell, or 16 miles northwest of Beckley, moving
east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch 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...
Bradley, Prosperity, Powellton, Pax, Dorothy, Artie, and Naoma.
This includes the following highways...
West Virginia Turnpike between mile markers 48 and 66.
Route 19 between mile markers 1 and 2.
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 and southeastern West Virginia.
Area Description:
Northwest Raleigh; Northwest Fayette
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
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