Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 4 at 2:23PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 4, 2025 - 11:23am
Expires:
May 4, 2025 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 223 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Turkey Creek, or over Williamson, moving northeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Williamson, Delbarton, Holden, Red Jacket, Chattaroy, Buskirk,
Matewan, Chauncey, Myrtle, Naugatuck, Dingess, Varney, Lenore, and
Switzer.
This includes Route 119 between mile markers 1 and 23.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
Mingo; Logan
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV