Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 10 at 6:38PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 10, 2026 - 3:38pm
Expires:
July 10, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 638 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 8 miles east of Green Plain to near Boykins to
Woodland. Movement was east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Reduced visibility and minor flooding
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Franklin, Ahoskie, Murfreesboro, Courtland, Boykins, Chowan
University, Conway, Woodland, Winton, Cofield, Newsoms, Como,
Hunterdale, Green Plain, Sedley, Union, Severn, Capron, Lasker, and
Branchville.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms 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:
Northampton; Hertford; Gates; Greensville; Southampton; Suffolk
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: