Special Weather Statement by NWS

• Effective: 2024-06-30 15:21:00 EDT
• Expires: 2024-06-30 15:45:00 EDT
• Urgency: Expected
• Severity: Moderate
• Certainty: Observed
• Instruction: If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. 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.
• Target Area: Mingo; Logan

A potent thunderstorm was detected by Doppler radar at 3:20 PM EDT near Oppy, approximately 12 miles east of Inez, and is moving southeast at a speed of 25 mph. The storm poses a threat with wind gusts reaching up to 40 mph and the possibility of pea-sized hail. The radar has indicated these conditions, which could lead to downed tree limbs and the scattering of unsecured items. There is also a chance of minor damage to plants due to the hail. The areas likely to be affected by the storm include Williamson, Delbarton, Holden, South Williamson, Red Jacket, Chattaroy, Mount Gay-Shamrock, Matewan, Kermit, Verdunville, Chauncey, Myrtle, Switzer, Dingess, Varney, Lenore, and Breeden. Additionally, travelers on Route 119 should be cautious between mile markers 1 and 26 where the storm may impact driving conditions.

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