Special Weather Statement for Goochland; Powhatan; New Kent +11 more
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What you need to know
- Applies to
- Eastern Essex, Eastern Hanover, Eastern Henrico, Eastern King William, Eastern King and Queen, Goochland, New Kent, Powhatan and 6 more
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- Moderate
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What is happening
At 1258 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from Hanover to 6 miles south of Manakin. Movement was east at 60 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....
What the bulletin says to do
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. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 200 AM EDT for central, eastern, north central and east central Virginia.
Full official description
Bulletin details
At 1258 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from Hanover to 6 miles south of Manakin. Movement was east at 60 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. Strong thunderstorms will be near... Richmond, Virginia Union University, University Of Richmond, Mechanicsville, Downtown Richmond, Tuckahoe, Bon Air, Virginia Commonwealth University, Laurel, and Lakeside around 105 AM EDT. Highland Springs, Manquin, and Aylett around 110 AM EDT. Saint Stephens Church around 115 AM EDT. King William, Tunstall, and Millers Tavern around 120 AM EDT. Stevensville, Bottoms Bridge, and Dunnsville around 125 AM EDT. Center Cross around 130 AM EDT. King And Queen Court House and Talleysville around 135 AM EDT. Other locations impacted by these storms include Cohoke, Etna Mills, Montrose, Sandston, Rose Garden, Biscoe, Chamberlayne, Atlee, Ashcake, and Crouch.
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Official revisions
- Alert
Special Weather Statement issued July 22 at 12:59AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
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Source and limitations
Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Wakefield VA. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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