Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 7 at 7:28PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 7, 2026 - 4:28pm
Expires:
July 7, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 727 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Scotland, or over Surry, moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, heavy rain, and frequent
lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Reduced visibility and minor flooding
possible. Frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Jamestown and Scotland around 735 PM EDT.
Williamsburg and Kings Point around 745 PM EDT.
College Of William And Mary around 750 PM EDT.
York Terrace, Carver Gardens, and Busch Gardens around 755 PM EDT.
Grove around 800 PM EDT.
Queens Lake around 805 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Chippokes State Park,
Lackey, Water Country U.S.A., Camp Peary, Ewell, Bacons Castle,
Newport News Golf Course, Governors Land, Skimino, and Hog Island
Game Reserve.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Charles City; Surry; James City; York; Newport News
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: