Alert Special Weather Statement until FRI 2:15 PM EDT Aug 14, 2026 Aug 14, 2026 Updated 5 hrs ago Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Strong Thunderstorms Bringing Wind Gusts and Localized Flooding This AfternoonWhat’s Happening:A cluster of strong thunderstorms is moving southeast at 15 mph. The storms are expected to impact the area until 2:15 PM EDT.Affected Areas:North Central Smyth CountyCentral Tazewell CountySouthwestern Bland CountyNorthwestern Wythe CountyWhat to Expect:Pea size hailWind gusts up to 30 mphTorrential rainfallImpacts: Loose objects may be knocked over by wind gusts.Localized flooding is possible, especially on roads. 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 Upgraded crosswalks at Chilhowie schools expected to enhance student, citizen safety Appalachian Center for Hope sees opening treatment center as just the first step Chasing greatness: Hunter Trivette believes that's making connections with students Chilhowie food pantry receives grant that allows the nonprofit 'to dream' SWVA's newest in-patient addiction treatment center receives license, readies to open Sacred mission: Project Crossroads honors service of Howe, Becker Award-winning author John Copenhaver kicks off Marion library's lecture series Interest grows in transforming Saltville's Hartwood building Smyth County treasurer describes financial situation as 'perfect storm' Graham, Cooley to be celebrated at Second Friday ArtWalk Baxters help downtown Marion space continue to evolve after 120 years Car Tax relief rate continues to decline One juvenile dies, four students injured in car crash on 2nd day of school in Orange County Safety Tips:If outdoors, seek shelter inside a building.Avoid driving through flooded roadways.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 Most Popular Special Weather Statement until FRI 2:45 PM EDT Strong Thunderstorm Bringing Gusty Winds and Heavy Rain This Afternoon Watch Now: Related Video Counties with the most gun deaths Climate change 'loading the dice' for extreme weather, says climate scientist Climate change 'loading the dice' for extreme weather, says climate scientist Could AI Forecast Your Home's Future Value? Could AI Forecast Your Home's Future Value? Flock camera scandals prompt company to make changes Flock camera scandals prompt company to make changes
Special Weather Statement until FRI 2:45 PM EDT Strong Thunderstorm Bringing Gusty Winds and Heavy Rain This Afternoon
