Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 8:24PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 17, 2026 - 5:24pm
Expires:
July 17, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
At 823 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Albany, moving northeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Athens and Albany.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Athens; Meigs
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: