Alert: Special Weather Statement issued September 11 at 5:39PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

Event: Special Weather Statement
Sender Name: NWS Wakefield VA
Issued: 2019-09-11T17:39:00-04:00
Expires: 2019-09-11T18:45:00-04:00
Description: At 538 PM EDT, radar indicated strong thunderstorms were located
along a line extending from near Woodbridge to near Fredericksburg to
10 miles west of Spotsylvania. Movement was southeast at 25 mph.

Wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph and pea size hail are possible with these
storms.

Locations impacted include…
Colonial Beach, Bowling Green, Milford, Port Royal, Ladysmith,
Loretto, Leedstown, Fort A.p. Hill, Chilesburg, Golansville, Potomac
Beach, Guinea, Corbin, Supply, Penola, Nancy Wrights Corner, Cedar
Fork, Ruther Glen, Cedon and Rappahannock Academy.

If you see lightning or hear thunder, you are at risk! Take shelter
indoors immediately. If you cannot find shelter in a building a
vehicle provides safety from lightning.

Strong wind gusts are possible with these storms. These wind gusts
are capable of knocking down tree limbs, small or weakened trees, and
blowing around trash cans, potted plants, lawn furniture, and other
light outdoor objects.

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.
Link to more Info: http://www.weather.gov
Urgency: Expected
Severity: Moderate
Certainty: Observed
Categories: Met,
Area Description: Western Essex; Caroline; Westmoreland

Message Identifier: NWS-IDP-PROD-3813176
CAP MessageType: Alert