Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 16 at 6:47PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 16, 2026 - 3:47pm
Expires:
August 16, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 646 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Elliottville, or near Olive Hill, moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 55 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Olive Hill, Grayson Lake State Park, Haldeman, Grahn, Soldier, and
Globe.
This includes Interstate 64 in Kentucky between mile markers 150 and
153.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 800 PM EDT for
northeastern Kentucky.
Area Description:
Carter
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov