Alert Special Weather Statement until FRI 10:45 AM EDT Aug 21, 2026 Aug 21, 2026 Updated 1 hr ago Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Strong Thunderstorms Bringing Gusty Winds and Heavy Rain This MorningWhat’s Happening:A line of strong thunderstorms is moving northeast at 25 mph and will impact the area through 10:45 AM EDT. Wind gusts up to 40 mph are expected.Affected Areas:Pulaski CountyCentral Giles CountySouthwestern Floyd CountyNortheastern Bland CountyNortheastern Wythe CountyCarroll CountySouthwestern Montgomery CountyCity of RadfordWhat to Expect:Wind gusts up to 40 mph.Heavy rain reducing visibility.Ponding of water on roadways and minor flooding in low-lying areas. Impacts: People are also reading… A dozen years after closure, construction begins on McMullin Bridge's replacement Smyth teacher represents region as Virginia Lottery awards public schools proceeds Marion's Lincoln Theatre appeals to community for support Marion pediatrician, state Health Department express support for vaccines Chilhowie High grad among winners of statewide Women's STEAM-H Essay Contest Chasing greatness: Hunter Trivette believes that's making connections with students Hayden Panettiere, best known for her roles in 'Heroes' and 'Nashville', dies at 36 Families of JMU students killed in crash collect $2 million in settlements Chilhowie explores adding vehicle charging station Saltville PD's McVey reflects on month spent serving in Washington, D.C. Upgraded crosswalks at Chilhowie schools expected to enhance student, citizen safety 94-year-old woman's death at Va. assisted living facility ruled a homicide Marion Police identify suspect in Friday pursuit, search Verizon to phase out copper landline phone service Appalachian Center for Hope sees opening treatment center as just the first step Possible downed tree limbs and unsecured objects being blown around.Reduced visibility and potential hydroplaning while driving.Minor flooding of creeks, streams, and areas with poor drainage.Safety Tips:Avoid driving through flooded roads.Secure outdoor objects that could be blown away by strong winds.Slow down and use extra caution while driving to prevent hydroplaning.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 China: Robots box and dance at Beijing's 2026 World Robot Conference Moderna’s Personalized Cancer Vaccine Scores Late-Stage Win Moderna’s Personalized Cancer Vaccine Scores Late-Stage Win Treasury Doubles Bond Buybacks as Bessent Moves to Calm Markets Treasury Doubles Bond Buybacks as Bessent Moves to Calm Markets Trump angers Iran with conquest map of Hormuz, Tehran threatens to 'correct his delusion' Trump angers Iran with conquest map of Hormuz, Tehran threatens to 'correct his delusion'
