Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Franklin, Henry, Pittsylvania Counties VA
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NWS Blacksburg VA has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of south central Virginia until 9:15 PM EDT on August 22.
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- Record type
- Severe Thunderstorm Warning
- Affected area
- South Central Virginia
- Issued
- August 23, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Blacksburg VA
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Alert Details
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued by NWS Blacksburg VA. Effective from August 22, 2026 at 8:11 PM EDT until August 22, 2026 at 9:15 PM EDT.
Affected Areas
West central Pittsylvania County, Northern Henry County, and Southeastern Franklin County in Virginia. Locations impacted include Callands, Sydnorsville, Ferrum, Snow Creek, Sago, Swansonville, and Oak Level.
What You Should Do
Prepare immediately for damaging winds. Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building and stay away from windows. Slow down and use extra caution to avoid hydroplaning due to locally heavy rain.
Expected Conditions
At 8:10 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Mountain Valley, or 7 miles north of Axton, moving east at 5 mph. Hazard includes 60 mph wind gusts and hail up to 0.75 inches. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locally heavy rain may cause ponding on roadways and minor flooding.
Timeline
The warning is in effect from 8:11 PM EDT to 9:15 PM EDT on August 22, 2026.
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