West Virginia Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/27/2026 13:42

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 27 at 4:42PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 27, 2026 - 1:42pm
Expires: 
May 27, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description: 
At 442 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Philippi, 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... Montrose, Pheasant Run, Moatsville, and Nestorville.
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. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for northeastern West Virginia.
Area Description: 
Barbour; Northwest Randolph
Forcast Office: 
NWS Charleston WV