Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 31 at 3:31PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 31, 2025 - 12:31pm
Expires:
May 31, 2025 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 331 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Lawsonia, or 17 miles west of Pocomoke City, moving east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Pocomoke City, Lawsonia, Westover, Deal Island, West Pocomoke, Marion
Station, Tylerton, Saxis, Hallwood, Goodwill, Kingston, Shelltown,
Sanford, Oak Hall, Beaver Dam, Byrdtown, Fairmount, Upper Hill, Smith
Island, and Hopewell.
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:
Somerset; Inland Worcester; Accomack
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA