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Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service BLACKSBURG VA
1259 AM EDT Tue Apr 16 2024

VAZ017-033-043-160530-
Henry VA-Franklin VA-Floyd VA-
1259 AM EDT Tue Apr 16 2024

...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT
EASTERN FLOYD...NORTHWESTERN HENRY AND SOUTHWESTERN FRANKLIN COUNTIES
THROUGH 130 AM EDT...

At 1259 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Endicott, or near Ferrum, moving southeast at 25 mph.

HAZARD...Pea size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.

Locations impacted include...
Bassett...
Sydnorsville...
Ferrum...
Endicott...
Oak Level...
Philpott Dam...
and Stanleytown.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

LAT...LON 3671 8000 3679 8007 3679 8004 3683 8008
      3684 8007 3685 8009 3685 8013 3695 8022
      3701 8014 3689 7979
TIME...MOT...LOC 0459Z 312DEG 20KT 3695 8013

MAX HAIL SIZE...0.25 IN
MAX WIND GUST...<30 MPH

$$

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