Alert Special Weather Statement until MON 12:45 AM EDT Aug 16, 2026 Aug 16, 2026 Updated 5 hrs ago Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Strong Thunderstorm Bringing Gusty Winds to Southwest VirginiaWhat’s Happening:A strong thunderstorm is moving east at 40 mph, impacting the region until 12:45 AM EDT. Wind gusts could reach up to 40 mph.Affected Areas:Smyth CountySouthern Tazewell CountySouthwestern Bland CountyWestern Wythe CountyNorthwestern Grayson CountyLocations include Marion, Saltville, Chilhowie, Rural Retreat, Cedar Bluff, Ceres, and Mount Rogers National Recreation Area.What to Expect:Wind gusts up to 40 mphStorm moving east at 40 mph Impacts:Potential for tree limbs to be knocked downUnsecured objects may be blown around People are also reading… Marion Police identify suspect in Friday pursuit, search 94-year-old woman's death at Va. assisted living facility ruled a homicide Chasing greatness: Hunter Trivette believes that's making connections with students Upgraded crosswalks at Chilhowie schools expected to enhance student, citizen safety Smyth teacher represents region as Virginia Lottery awards public schools proceeds Marion pediatrician, state Health Department express support for vaccines Appalachian Center for Hope sees opening treatment center as just the first step Chilhowie explores adding vehicle charging station Will winter be snowy, stormy or mild? Farmers' Almanac forecast by region Chilhowie food pantry receives grant that allows the nonprofit 'to dream' Sacred mission: Project Crossroads honors service of Howe, Becker SWVA's newest in-patient addiction treatment center receives license, readies to open Graham, Cooley to be celebrated at Second Friday ArtWalk Interest grows in transforming Saltville's Hartwood building Hayden Panettiere, best know for her roles in 'Heroes' and 'Nashville', dies at 36 Safety Tips:Seek shelter indoors if you are outside.Secure outdoor objects that could be blown away.When to Check Back:Monitor weather.gov or swvatoday.com/weather for updates.This weather alert was produced with AI assistance using National Weather Service data. Local Weather Get the daily forecast and severe weather alerts in your inbox! Sign up! * I understand and agree that registration on or use of this site constitutes agreement to its user agreement and privacy policy. Related to this story Watch Now: Related Video Ukraine unleashes hundreds of drones across Russia Europe swelters under new heatwave Europe swelters under new heatwave Global sea temperature reach 21 degrees amid heatwaves Global sea temperature reach 21 degrees amid heatwaves Counties with the most gun deaths Counties with the most gun deaths
