Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 23 at 3:19PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 23, 2026 - 12:19pm
Expires:
May 23, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description:
At 318 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles northeast of Buffalo, or 10 miles north of Winfield, moving
northeast at 30 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...
Ripley, Statts Mills, Fairplain, Evans, and Given.
This includes Interstate 77 in West Virginia between mile markers 127
and 142.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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.
Area Description:
Mason; Jackson; Putnam
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: