Special Weather Statement

FROM: NWS Wakefield VA
AREA: Northampton; Hertford; Gates; Southampton; Suffolk
SENT: 2026-07-20T12:19:00-04:00

Special Weather Statement issued July 20 at 12:19PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

At 1219 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Como, or 8 miles east of Boykins, moving southeast at 10 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.

This strong thunderstorm will be near…
Como around 1225 PM EDT.

Other locations impacted by this storm include Tunis, Eure, Handsom,
Chowan Beach, Topsy, Mapleton, Drum Hill, Dort, Riddicksville, and
Sunbeam.

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

Alert Expiration: 2026-07-20T13:00:00-04:00