Special Weather Statement for Braxton; Gilmer
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What is happening
At 641 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Cedar Creek State Park, or 10 miles south of Glenville, moving east at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted...
What the bulletin says to do
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. This storm 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.
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Bulletin details
At 641 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Cedar Creek State Park, or 10 miles south of Glenville, moving east at 20 mph. HAZARD...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... Sutton, Gassaway, Flatwoods, Exchange, Heaters, and Cedarville. This includes Interstate 79 between mile markers 62 and 78.
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Special Weather Statement issued October 14 at 6:41PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Charleston WV. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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