Special Weather Statement

FROM: NWS Wakefield VA
AREA: York; Newport News; Hampton/Poquoson
SENT: 2026-06-27T15:28:00-04:00

Special Weather Statement issued June 27 at 3:28PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

At 327 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Fort Eustis to near Beaconsdale to Langley
AFB to Buckroe Beach. Movement was east at 15 mph.

HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 40 mph and heavy rain.

SOURCE…Radar indicated.

IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Reduced visibility and minor flooding
possible.

Strong thunderstorms will be near…
Newport News, Hampton, Langley AFB, Christopher Newport
University, Patrick Henry Field, Northampton, Grand View, Buckroe
Beach, Fort Eustis, and Tabb around 335 PM EDT.

Other locations impacted by these storms include Dare, Fox Hill,
Phoebus, Langley View, Oyster Point, Oriana, Messick, Hilton Village,
Plum Tree Island Refuge, and Menchville.

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

Alert Expiration: 2026-06-27T16:00:00-04:00