Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 27 at 1:15PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 27, 2026 - 10:15am
Expires:
June 27, 2026 - 10:45am
Description:
At 112 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Shawsville, moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Heavy rain will result in ponding of water on roadways and
standing water in low lying areas. The duration of heavy
rain may last 20 to 30 minutes. Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Roanoke...
Salem...
Vinton...
Boones Mill...
Copper Hill...
Shawsville...
and Bent Mountain.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Locally heavy rain will quickly reduce visibility and result in
ponding of water on roadways, standing water in low lying areas, and
minor flooding of creeks, streams, and areas of poor drainage.
Drivers are urged to slow down and use extra caution to avoid
hydroplaning.
Area Description:
Montgomery; Floyd; Roanoke; Franklin
Forcast Office:
NWS Blacksburg VA
Sender: