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Special Weather Statement issued October 11 at 4:51AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA

Name: Special Weather Statement issued October 11 at 4:51AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Start: 2026-10-11T08:51:00.000Z
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Observed Oct 11 2026, 08:51 UTC · Updated Oct 11 2026, 09:14 UTC

At 451 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Figsboro, or near Sydnorsville, moving northeast at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Martinsville... Sydnorsville... Penhook... Snow Creek... Leatherwood... Villa Heights... and Chatmoss. 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.

Location 36.830, -79.784. ARC Warning did not create the underlying report.

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Special Weather Statement issued October 11 at 4:51AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Oct 11 2026, 08:51 UTC

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