Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 6 at 12:30PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 6, 2026 - 9:30am
Expires:
July 6, 2026 - 10:15am
Description:
At 1230 PM EDT, radar indicated strong thunderstorms were located
along a line extending from 9 miles southeast of Pocomoke City to 6
miles northeast of Parksley. Movement was east at 10 mph.
Winds in excess of 30 mph are possible with these storms.
Locations impacted include...
Bloxom, Hallwood, Horntown, Mappsville, Greenbackville, Wallops
Island, Temperanceville, Nelsonia, Modest Town, Oak Hall, Assawoman,
Atlantic, and Stockton.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms, and may
cause localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Inland Worcester; Maryland Beaches; Accomack
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: