Alert archive / West Virginia / High Wind Warnings in 2020
High Wind Warning 1, NWS Charleston, WV
NWS Charleston, WV issued this high wind warning at Apr 12, 2020, 12:44 PM EDT for Pocahontas County, Randolph County, West Virginia. It took effect at Apr 13, 2020, 6:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 14 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Apr 12, 2020, 12:44 PM EDT (16:44 UTC)
- In effect from
- Apr 13, 2020, 6:00 AM EDT
- Expired
- Apr 13, 2020, 7:58 PM EDT
- In force
- 14 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Charleston, WV
Counties Pocahontas County, WV, Randolph County, WV
The radar
The Charleston,WV radar (KRLX), 157 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 16:45 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.
The nearest sounding before it
Roanoke, VA (KRNK), launched 12:00Z, 4.7 hours before the alert went out and 155 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 2188 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 51 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 154 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 185 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
653 WWUS71 KRLX 121644 NPWRLX URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Charleston WV 1244 PM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020 WVZ523>526-130045- /O.UPG.KRLX.HW.A.0001.200413T1000Z-200414T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KRLX.HW.W.0001.200413T1000Z-200414T0000Z/ Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph- Southeast Randolph- Including the cities of Snowshoe, Marlinton, Elkins, and Harman 1244 PM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 8 PM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Northwest Pocahontas, Southeast Pocahontas, Northwest Randolph and Southeast Randolph Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM to 8 PM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ KYZ101>103-105-OHZ066-067-075-076-083>087-VAZ003-004-WVZ005>011- 013>020-024>034-039-040-515>522-130045- /O.UPG.KRLX.HW.A.0001.200413T1000Z-200414T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.200413T1000Z-200414T0000Z/ Greenup-Carter-Boyd-Lawrence KY-Perry-Morgan-Athens-Washington- Jackson OH-Vinton-Meigs-Gallia-Lawrence OH-Dickenson-Buchanan- Wayne-Cabell-Mason-Jackson WV-Wood-Pleasants-Tyler-Lincoln-Putnam- Kanawha-Roane-Wirt-Calhoun-Ritchie-Doddridge-Mingo-Logan-Boone- Clay-Braxton-Gilmer-Lewis-Harrison-Taylor-McDowell-Wyoming-Upshur- Barbour-Northwest Raleigh-Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette- Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas- Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster- Including the cities of Flatwoods, Raceland, Russell, Grayson, Olive Hill, Carter Caves State Park, Grayson Lake State Park, Ashland, Cannonsburg, Louisa, Yatesville Lake State Park, New Lexington, Crooksville, Somerset, McConnelsville, Stockport, Athens, Marietta, Belpre, Jackson, Wellston, Oak Hill, McArthur, Hamden, Pomeroy, Gallipolis, Ironton, Lake Vesuvius, South Point, Clintwood, Grundy, Vansant, Kenova, Ceredo, Wayne, Huntington, Point Pleasant, New Haven, Ravenswood, Ripley, Parkersburg, Vienna, St. Marys, Belmont, Paden City, Sistersville, Middlebourne, Harts, Alum Creek, Hamlin, Teays Valley, Hurricane, Charleston, South Charleston, Saint Albans, Spencer, Elizabeth, Grantsville, Harrisville, Pennsboro, West Union, Williamson, Logan, Chapmanville, Man, Madison, Clay, Sutton, Gassaway, Burnsville, Glenville, Weston, Clarksburg, Bridgeport, Grafton, Welch, Gary, War, Mullens, Oceana, Pineville, Buckhannon, Philippi, Belington, Bradley, Prosperity, Sophia, Beckley, Fayetteville, Montgomery, Meadow Bridge, Summersville, Craigsville, Birch River, Richwood, Holly River State, Webster Springs, and Cowen 1244 PM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 8 PM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia, northeast Kentucky and central, northeast, northern, southeast, southern and western West Virginia. * WHEN...From 6 AM to 8 PM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$
6 follow-up statements
012 WWUS71 KRLX 130043 NPWRLX URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Charleston WV 843 PM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020 WVZ523>526-130845- /O.CON.KRLX.HW.W.0001.200413T1000Z-200414T0000Z/ Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph- Southeast Randolph- Including the cities of Snowshoe, Marlinton, Elkins, and Harman 843 PM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 8 PM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Northwest Pocahontas, Southeast Pocahontas, Northwest Randolph and Southeast Randolph Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM to 8 PM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ KYZ101>103-105-OHZ066-067-075-076-083>087-VAZ003-004-WVZ005>011- 013>020-024>034-039-040-515>522-130845- /O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.200413T1000Z-200414T0000Z/ Greenup-Carter-Boyd-Lawrence KY-Perry-Morgan-Athens-Washington- Jackson OH-Vinton-Meigs-Gallia-Lawrence OH-Dickenson-Buchanan- Wayne-Cabell-Mason-Jackson WV-Wood-Pleasants-Tyler-Lincoln-Putnam- Kanawha-Roane-Wirt-Calhoun-Ritchie-Doddridge-Mingo-Logan-Boone- Clay-Braxton-Gilmer-Lewis-Harrison-Taylor-McDowell-Wyoming-Upshur- Barbour-Northwest Raleigh-Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette- Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas- Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster- Including the cities of Flatwoods, Raceland, Russell, Grayson, Olive Hill, Carter Caves State Park, Grayson Lake State Park, Ashland, Cannonsburg, Louisa, Yatesville Lake State Park, New Lexington, Crooksville, Somerset, McConnelsville, Stockport, Athens, Marietta, Belpre, Jackson, Wellston, Oak Hill, McArthur, Hamden, Pomeroy, Gallipolis, Ironton, Lake Vesuvius, South Point, Clintwood, Grundy, Vansant, Kenova, Ceredo, Wayne, Huntington, Point Pleasant, New Haven, Ravenswood, Ripley, Parkersburg, Vienna, St. Marys, Belmont, Paden City, Sistersville, Middlebourne, Harts, Alum Creek, Hamlin, Teays Valley, Hurricane, Charleston, South Charleston, Saint Albans, Spencer, Elizabeth, Grantsville, Harrisville, Pennsboro, West Union, Williamson, Logan, Chapmanville, Man, Madison, Clay, Sutton, Gassaway, Burnsville, Glenville, Weston, Clarksburg, Bridgeport, Grafton, Welch, Gary, War, Mullens, Oceana, Pineville, Buckhannon, Philippi, Belington, Bradley, Prosperity, Sophia, Beckley, Fayetteville, Montgomery, Meadow Bridge, Summersville, Craigsville, Birch River, Richwood, Holly River State, Webster Springs, and Cowen 843 PM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 8 PM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia, northeast Kentucky and central, northeast, northern, southeast, southern and western West Virginia. * WHEN...From 6 AM to 8 PM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$
442 WWUS71 KRLX 130224 NPWRLX URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Charleston WV 1024 PM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020 WVZ523>526-131030- /O.CON.KRLX.HW.W.0001.200413T1000Z-200414T0000Z/ Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph- Southeast Randolph- Including the cities of Snowshoe, Marlinton, Elkins, and Harman 1024 PM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 8 PM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Northwest Pocahontas, Southeast Pocahontas, Northwest Randolph and Southeast Randolph Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM to 8 PM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ KYZ105-VAZ003-004-WVZ005-013-015-024>027-033-034-515>522-131030- /O.EXT.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.200413T0224Z-200414T0000Z/ Lawrence KY-Dickenson-Buchanan-Wayne-Lincoln-Kanawha-Mingo-Logan- Boone-Clay-McDowell-Wyoming-Northwest Raleigh-Southeast Raleigh- Northwest Fayette-Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas- Southeast Nicholas-Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster- Including the cities of Louisa, Yatesville Lake State Park, Clintwood, Grundy, Vansant, Kenova, Ceredo, Wayne, Harts, Alum Creek, Hamlin, Charleston, South Charleston, Saint Albans, Williamson, Logan, Chapmanville, Man, Madison, Clay, Welch, Gary, War, Mullens, Oceana, Pineville, Bradley, Prosperity, Sophia, Beckley, Oak Hill, Fayetteville, Montgomery, Meadow Bridge, Summersville, Craigsville, Birch River, Richwood, Holly River State, Webster Springs, and Cowen 1024 PM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia, northeast Kentucky and central, northeast, northern, southeast, southern and western West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ KYZ101>103-OHZ066-067-075-076-083>087-WVZ006>011-014-016>020- 028>032-039-040-131030- /O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.200413T1000Z-200414T0000Z/ Greenup-Carter-Boyd-Perry-Morgan-Athens-Washington-Jackson OH- Vinton-Meigs-Gallia-Lawrence OH-Cabell-Mason-Jackson WV-Wood- Pleasants-Tyler-Putnam-Roane-Wirt-Calhoun-Ritchie-Doddridge- Braxton-Gilmer-Lewis-Harrison-Taylor-Upshur-Barbour- Including the cities of Flatwoods, Raceland, Russell, Grayson, Olive Hill, Carter Caves State Park, Grayson Lake State Park, Ashland, Cannonsburg, New Lexington, Crooksville, Somerset, McConnelsville, Stockport, Athens, Marietta, Belpre, Jackson, Wellston, Oak Hill, McArthur, Hamden, Pomeroy, Gallipolis, Ironton, Lake Vesuvius, South Point, Huntington, Point Pleasant, New Haven, Ravenswood, Ripley, Parkersburg, Vienna, St. Marys, Belmont, Paden City, Sistersville, Middlebourne, Teays Valley, Hurricane, Spencer, Elizabeth, Grantsville, Harrisville, Pennsboro, West Union, Sutton, Gassaway, Burnsville, Glenville, Weston, Clarksburg, Bridgeport, Grafton, Buckhannon, Philippi, and Belington 1024 PM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 8 PM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia, northeast Kentucky and central, northeast, northern, southeast, southern and western West Virginia. * WHEN...From 6 AM to 8 PM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$
158 WWUS71 KRLX 130934 NPWRLX URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Charleston WV 534 AM EDT Mon Apr 13 2020 WVZ523>526-131900- /O.CON.KRLX.HW.W.0001.200413T1000Z-200414T0000Z/ Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph- Southeast Randolph- Including the cities of Snowshoe, Marlinton, Elkins, and Harman 534 AM EDT Mon Apr 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Northwest Pocahontas, Southeast Pocahontas, Northwest Randolph and Southeast Randolph Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM to 8 PM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ KYZ101>103-OHZ066-067-075-076-083>087-WVZ006>011-014-016>020- 028>032-039-040-131900- /O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.200413T1000Z-200414T0000Z/ Greenup-Carter-Boyd-Perry-Morgan-Athens-Washington-Jackson OH- Vinton-Meigs-Gallia-Lawrence OH-Cabell-Mason-Jackson WV-Wood- Pleasants-Tyler-Putnam-Roane-Wirt-Calhoun-Ritchie-Doddridge- Braxton-Gilmer-Lewis-Harrison-Taylor-Upshur-Barbour- Including the cities of Flatwoods, Raceland, Russell, Grayson, Olive Hill, Carter Caves State Park, Grayson Lake State Park, Ashland, Cannonsburg, New Lexington, Crooksville, Somerset, McConnelsville, Stockport, Athens, Marietta, Belpre, Jackson, Wellston, Oak Hill, McArthur, Hamden, Pomeroy, Gallipolis, Ironton, Lake Vesuvius, South Point, Huntington, Point Pleasant, New Haven, Ravenswood, Ripley, Parkersburg, Vienna, St. Marys, Belmont, Paden City, Sistersville, Middlebourne, Teays Valley, Hurricane, Spencer, Elizabeth, Grantsville, Harrisville, Pennsboro, West Union, Sutton, Gassaway, Burnsville, Glenville, Weston, Clarksburg, Bridgeport, Grafton, Buckhannon, Philippi, and Belington 534 AM EDT Mon Apr 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia, northeast Kentucky and central, northeast, northern, southeast, southern and western West Virginia. * WHEN...From 6 AM to 8 PM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ KYZ105-VAZ003-004-WVZ005-013-015-024>027-033-034-515>522-131900- /O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-200414T0000Z/ Lawrence KY-Dickenson-Buchanan-Wayne-Lincoln-Kanawha-Mingo-Logan- Boone-Clay-McDowell-Wyoming-Northwest Raleigh-Southeast Raleigh- Northwest Fayette-Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas- Southeast Nicholas-Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster- Including the cities of Louisa, Yatesville Lake State Park, Clintwood, Grundy, Vansant, Kenova, Ceredo, Wayne, Harts, Alum Creek, Hamlin, Charleston, South Charleston, Saint Albans, Williamson, Logan, Chapmanville, Man, Madison, Clay, Welch, Gary, War, Mullens, Oceana, Pineville, Bradley, Prosperity, Sophia, Beckley, Oak Hill, Fayetteville, Montgomery, Meadow Bridge, Summersville, Craigsville, Birch River, Richwood, Holly River State, Webster Springs, and Cowen 534 AM EDT Mon Apr 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia, northeast Kentucky and central, northeast, northern, southeast, southern and western West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$
973 WWUS71 KRLX 131848 NPWRLX URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Charleston WV 248 PM EDT Mon Apr 13 2020 WVZ523>526-140000- /O.CON.KRLX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200414T0000Z/ Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph- Southeast Randolph- Including the cities of Snowshoe, Marlinton, Elkins, and Harman 248 PM EDT Mon Apr 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 50 to 60 mph. * WHERE...Southeast Pocahontas, Northwest Randolph, Southeast Randolph and Northwest Pocahontas Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ WVZ006>008-014-016>019-028>030-032-039-040-140300- /O.NEW.KRLX.FR.Y.0004.200414T0700Z-200414T1300Z/ /O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-200414T0000Z/ Cabell-Mason-Jackson WV-Putnam-Roane-Wirt-Calhoun-Ritchie-Braxton- Gilmer-Lewis-Taylor-Upshur-Barbour- Including the cities of Huntington, Point Pleasant, New Haven, Ravenswood, Ripley, Teays Valley, Hurricane, Spencer, Elizabeth, Grantsville, Harrisville, Pennsboro, Sutton, Gassaway, Burnsville, Glenville, Weston, Grafton, Buckhannon, Philippi, and Belington 248 PM EDT Mon Apr 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...FROST ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 9 AM EDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...For the Frost Advisory, temperatures as low as 35 will result in frost formation. For the Wind Advisory, west winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts of 40 to 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, northern, southern and western West Virginia. * WHEN...For the Frost Advisory, from 3 AM to 9 AM EDT Tuesday. For the Wind Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Frost could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if left uncovered. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. && $$ KYZ105-VAZ003-004-WVZ005-013-015-027-033-034-521-140300- /O.NEW.KRLX.FR.Y.0004.200414T0700Z-200414T1300Z/ /O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-200414T0000Z/ Lawrence KY-Dickenson-Buchanan-Wayne-Lincoln-Kanawha-Clay- McDowell-Wyoming-Northwest Webster- Including the cities of Louisa, Yatesville Lake State Park, Clintwood, Grundy, Vansant, Kenova, Ceredo, Wayne, Harts, Alum Creek, Hamlin, Charleston, South Charleston, Saint Albans, Clay, Welch, Gary, War, Mullens, Oceana, Pineville, Holly River State, Webster Springs, and Cowen 248 PM EDT Mon Apr 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...FROST ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 9 AM EDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...For the Frost Advisory, temperatures as low as 36 will result in frost formation. For the Wind Advisory, west winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts of 40 to 50 mph. * WHERE...In Virginia, Dickenson and Buchanan Counties. In Kentucky, Lawrence KY County. In West Virginia, Wayne, Lincoln, Kanawha, Clay, McDowell, Wyoming and Northwest Webster Counties. * WHEN...For the Frost Advisory, from 3 AM to 9 AM EDT Tuesday. For the Wind Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Frost could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if left uncovered. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. && $$ KYZ101>103-OHZ066-067-075-076-083>087-WVZ009>011-020-031-140000- /O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-200414T0000Z/ Greenup-Carter-Boyd-Perry-Morgan-Athens-Washington-Jackson OH- Vinton-Meigs-Gallia-Lawrence OH-Wood-Pleasants-Tyler-Doddridge- Harrison- Including the cities of Flatwoods, Raceland, Russell, Grayson, Olive Hill, Carter Caves State Park, Grayson Lake State Park, Ashland, Cannonsburg, New Lexington, Crooksville, Somerset, McConnelsville, Stockport, Athens, Marietta, Belpre, Jackson, Wellston, Oak Hill, McArthur, Hamden, Pomeroy, Gallipolis, Ironton, Lake Vesuvius, South Point, Parkersburg, Vienna, St. Marys, Belmont, Paden City, Sistersville, Middlebourne, West Union, Clarksburg, and Bridgeport 248 PM EDT Mon Apr 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...West winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts of 40 to 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Ohio, northeast Kentucky and northern West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ WVZ024>026-515>520-522-140000- /O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-200414T0000Z/ Mingo-Logan-Boone-Northwest Raleigh-Southeast Raleigh- Northwest Fayette-Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas- Southeast Nicholas-Southeast Webster- Including the cities of Williamson, Logan, Chapmanville, Man, Madison, Bradley, Prosperity, Sophia, Beckley, Oak Hill, Fayetteville, Montgomery, Meadow Bridge, Summersville, Craigsville, Birch River, and Richwood 248 PM EDT Mon Apr 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...West winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts of 40 to 50 mph. * WHERE...Southeast Nicholas, Southeast Webster, Northwest Nicholas, Southeast Fayette, Logan, Mingo, Boone, Northwest Raleigh, Northwest Fayette and Southeast Raleigh Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$
582 WWUS71 KRLX 132225 NPWRLX URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Charleston WV 625 PM EDT Mon Apr 13 2020 KYZ105-VAZ003-004-WVZ005>008-013>019-027>030-032>034-039-040-521- 140630- /O.CAN.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-200414T0000Z/ /O.CON.KRLX.FR.Y.0004.200414T0700Z-200414T1300Z/ Lawrence KY-Dickenson-Buchanan-Wayne-Cabell-Mason-Jackson WV- Lincoln-Putnam-Kanawha-Roane-Wirt-Calhoun-Ritchie-Clay-Braxton- Gilmer-Lewis-Taylor-McDowell-Wyoming-Upshur-Barbour- Northwest Webster- Including the cities of Louisa, Yatesville Lake State Park, Clintwood, Grundy, Vansant, Kenova, Ceredo, Wayne, Huntington, Point Pleasant, New Haven, Ravenswood, Ripley, Harts, Alum Creek, Hamlin, Teays Valley, Hurricane, Charleston, South Charleston, Saint Albans, Spencer, Elizabeth, Grantsville, Harrisville, Pennsboro, Clay, Sutton, Gassaway, Burnsville, Glenville, Weston, Grafton, Welch, Gary, War, Mullens, Oceana, Pineville, Buckhannon, Philippi, Belington, Holly River State, Webster Springs, and Cowen 625 PM EDT Mon Apr 13 2020 ...FROST ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 9 AM EDT TUESDAY... ...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Temperatures as low as 35 will result in frost formation. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Virginia, northeast Kentucky and central, northeast, northern, southern and western West Virginia. * WHEN...From 3 AM to 9 AM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Frost could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if left uncovered. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. Winds have decreased to 30mph and below and are under advisory criteria. Winds will progressively weaken as we get later into the evening. && $$ KYZ101>103-OHZ066-067-075-076-083>087-WVZ009>011-020-024>026-031- 515>520-522-132330- /O.CAN.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-200414T0000Z/ Greenup-Carter-Boyd-Perry-Morgan-Athens-Washington-Jackson OH- Vinton-Meigs-Gallia-Lawrence OH-Wood-Pleasants-Tyler-Doddridge- Mingo-Logan-Boone-Harrison-Northwest Raleigh-Southeast Raleigh- Northwest Fayette-Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas- Southeast Nicholas-Southeast Webster- Including the cities of Flatwoods, Raceland, Russell, Grayson, Olive Hill, Carter Caves State Park, Grayson Lake State Park, Ashland, Cannonsburg, New Lexington, Crooksville, Somerset, McConnelsville, Stockport, Athens, Marietta, Belpre, Jackson, Wellston, Oak Hill, McArthur, Hamden, Pomeroy, Gallipolis, Ironton, Lake Vesuvius, South Point, Parkersburg, Vienna, St. Marys, Belmont, Paden City, Sistersville, Middlebourne, West Union, Williamson, Logan, Chapmanville, Man, Madison, Clarksburg, Bridgeport, Bradley, Prosperity, Sophia, Beckley, Fayetteville, Montgomery, Meadow Bridge, Summersville, Craigsville, Birch River, and Richwood 625 PM EDT Mon Apr 13 2020 ...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... Winds have decreased to 30mph and below and are under advisory criteria. Winds will progressively weaken as we get later into the evening. $$ WVZ523>526-140000- /O.CON.KRLX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200414T0000Z/ Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph- Southeast Randolph- Including the cities of Snowshoe, Marlinton, Elkins, and Harman 625 PM EDT Mon Apr 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * WHERE...Southeast Pocahontas, Northwest Randolph, Southeast Randolph and Northwest Pocahontas Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$
218 WWUS71 KRLX 132358 NPWRLX URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Charleston WV 758 PM EDT Mon Apr 13 2020 WVZ523>526-140100- /O.CAN.KRLX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-200414T0000Z/ Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph- Southeast Randolph- Including the cities of Snowshoe, Marlinton, Elkins, and Harman 758 PM EDT Mon Apr 13 2020 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IS ALLOWED TO EXPIRE... Have decided to let the High Wind Warning expire as scheduled, on the top of the hour, due to a decrease in activity. Winds are below criteria and will continue to weaken as the day progresses. $$ KYZ105-VAZ003-004-WVZ005>008-013>019-027>030-032>034-039-040-521- 140800- /O.CON.KRLX.FR.Y.0004.200414T0700Z-200414T1300Z/ Lawrence KY-Dickenson-Buchanan-Wayne-Cabell-Mason-Jackson WV- Lincoln-Putnam-Kanawha-Roane-Wirt-Calhoun-Ritchie-Clay-Braxton- Gilmer-Lewis-Taylor-McDowell-Wyoming-Upshur-Barbour- Northwest Webster- Including the cities of Louisa, Yatesville Lake State Park, Clintwood, Grundy, Vansant, Kenova, Ceredo, Wayne, Huntington, Point Pleasant, New Haven, Ravenswood, Ripley, Harts, Alum Creek, Hamlin, Teays Valley, Hurricane, Charleston, South Charleston, Saint Albans, Spencer, Elizabeth, Grantsville, Harrisville, Pennsboro, Clay, Sutton, Gassaway, Burnsville, Glenville, Weston, Grafton, Welch, Gary, War, Mullens, Oceana, Pineville, Buckhannon, Philippi, Belington, Holly River State, Webster Springs, and Cowen 758 PM EDT Mon Apr 13 2020 ...FROST ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 9 AM EDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...Temperatures as low as 35 will result in frost formation. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Virginia, northeast Kentucky and central, northeast, northern, southern and western West Virginia. * WHEN...From 3 AM to 9 AM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Frost could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if left uncovered. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. && $$
What forecasters said that day
The local office's own words before this high wind warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.
NWS Charleston, WV wrote its last area forecast discussion before this high wind warning went out at Apr 12, 7:20 AM EDT, 5 hours 24 minutes earlier.
Area forecast discussion, Apr 12, 7:20 AM EDT, 5 hours 24 minutes before
AREA FORECAST DISCUSSION
National Weather Service Charleston WV
720 AM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020
.SYNOPSIS...
High pressure continues in control thru tonight. Intense low
pressure system crosses Sunday night, pulling a strong cold front
through Monday morning. Cooler with weak systems next week.
&&
.NEAR TERM /THROUGH TONIGHT/...
As of 720 AM Sunday...
Added slights across the CWA for a few hours given the isolated
showers that have popped up this morning
As of 229 AM Sunday...
Surface high pressure to our east will allow for south to southwest
flow to develop starting this morning. Pressure gradient tightens up
as a sfc low pressure system moves from the central plains,
northeast into the Great Lakes Region through tonight. This low
pressure will lift a warm front increasing chances for rain showers
tonight.
Models are in some agreement with a cold front timing reaching the
KY/WV/OH Tristate area by 15Z Monday. This cold front will have very
strong gusty winds, perhaps 40 to 50 knots according to the
strongest NAM's 290K isentropic analysis. Numerous showers and
scattered thunderstorms will accompany this front. Models suggest a
secondary cold front sweeps across just behind the first one.
Therefore, expect strong gusty winds to continue behind these fronts
later on Monday. A High Wind Watch is in effect for the entire area
starting at 10Z Monday.
Expect temperatures to be considerably warmer than normal under
strong south to southwest flow through the period. A non-diurnal
trend is expected tonight with lowest temperatures early
tonight.
&&
.SHORT TERM /MONDAY THROUGH MONDAY NIGHT/...
As of 320 AM Sunday...
Strong low level warm air advection ahead of the approaching
cold front Monday morning should yield daytime highs right
around daybreak for most. Still a big question as to how
pristine some modestly cooler air aloft associated with
approaching negatively tilted mid-level wave can remain in the
wake of upstream convection as warm moist air differentially
advects beneath it in our neighborhood. NAM12 appears to be the
worst case scenario with surface temperatures in the upper 60s
with a bulk of upstream convection displaced well north of the
remainder of guidance along the Lower Ohio Valley resulting in
the most convective instability (perhaps up to 1000J/kg MLCAPE)
generated. Have largely discounted this solution in favor of an
EC/GFS generating significant upstream convective precipitation
producing minimal MLCAPE over us, but this will certainly be
something to keep an eye on over the next few cycles as we get
into range of more of the CAMs. Given extremely strong kinematic
fields, the presence of anything more than minimal convective
instability could yield all severe hazards. The Storm Prediction
Center has reduced all of our area except Eastern Kentucky to a
marginal risk which generally reflects this thinking.
Even in the absence conditional instability, or perhaps much
precipitation at all along the front, should see at least a few
hour window along and behind the cold front with high end
advisory/low end warning level winds capable of downing trees.
Will maintain the current High Wind Watch after collaboration
with neighbors, given uncertainty in intensity of any potential
squall line that would be more appropriately covered with severe
thunderstorm warnings, but would probably lean toward a low
end, more impact based High Wind Warning given the current
forecast. This decision will be left up to the day shift.
Additional hydro concerns appear unlikely with any precipitation
that does materialize along the front given fast storm motions with
little if any training potential.
Low level cold air advection quickly ends any surface based
thunderstorm threat behind the cold front by late Monday morning,
with gusty westerly winds continue as a secondary cold push
arrives in the late morning/early afternoon. Winds begin to
taper down by late afternoon, becoming light overnight.
&&
.LONG TERM /TUESDAY THROUGH SATURDAY/...
As of 320 AM Sunday...
Relatively quieter weather is expected through a bulk of the
extended period with generally much weaker systems bringing
precipitation chances Tuesday night into Wednesday, Wednesday
night into Thursday, and Friday into the weekend. Temperatures
will be much cooler with morning lows mainly in the 30s through
Friday with daytime highs in the mid to upper 50s. Could see a
few flakes with anything moving through during the overnights,
especially in the mountains, but not looking at any significant
snow accumulations at this time. If you still have some cold
sensitive plants waiting in seed starting trays, may want to
hold off through next weekend to get by these below normal
temperatures.
&&
.AVIATION /11Z SUNDAY THROUGH THURSDAY/...
As of 600 AM Sunday...
South to southwest flow develops ahead of an approaching low
pressure system. Flow aloft will increase pushing a weak warm
front around 18Z, and a stronger warm front by 00Z this evening.
As the low pressure system gets closer, the pressure gradient
will tighten up increasing winds aloft. Winds will become south
southwest, gradually increasing and advecting abundant moisture
needed to feed showers and storms. MVFR/IFR conditions can be
expected along the heavier showers.
By 12Z Monday, a series of cold fronts will cross the area from
west to east accompanied by numerous showers and scattered
thunderstorms. Expect conditions to deteriorate to IFR along
strong convection tonight into Monday. Models show ample deep
layer shear and weak bouyancy during this time frame. The NAM
shows around 40 to 50 knots reaching the ground in 209K
isentropic surface by Monday 15Z. Bulk shear in the first 2,000
feet increases to 40 to 50 knots by 03Z Monday suggesting
possible low level wind shear assuming lower atmosphere
decouples with lighter sfc winds. Coded LLWS at HTS and BKW for
now near the end of the period. Winds could be significantly
strong along cold fronts mainly across the higher elevations.
LLWS will be minimized as long as gusty surface flow develops.
FORECAST CONFIDENCE AND ALTERNATE SCENARIOS THROUGH 12Z MONDAY...
FORECAST CONFIDENCE: High.
ALTERNATE SCENARIOS: Gusty winds may vary today, depending upon
mixing of higher momentum aloft to the surface. This may also
impact the degree of low level wind shear later tonight.
EXPERIMENTAL TABLE OF FLIGHT CATEGORY OBJECTIVELY SHOWS CONSISTENCY
OF WFO FORECAST TO AVAILABLE MODEL INFORMATION:
H = HIGH: TAF CONSISTENT WITH ALL MODELS OR ALL BUT ONE MODEL.
M = MEDIUM: TAF HAS VARYING LEVEL OF CONSISTENCY WITH MODELS.
L = LOW: TAF INCONSISTENT WITH ALL MODELS OR ALL BUT ONE MODEL.
UTC 1HRLY 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21
EDT 1HRLY 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
CRW CONSISTENCY H H H H H H H H H H H H
HTS CONSISTENCY H H H H H H H H H H H H
BKW CONSISTENCY H H H H H H H H H H H H
EKN CONSISTENCY H H H H H H H H H H H H
PKB CONSISTENCY H H H H H H H H H H H H
CKB CONSISTENCY H H H H H H H H H H H H
AFTER 12Z MONDAY...
IFR conditions possible in showers and thunderstorms Monday
morning. Low level wind shear may develop Sunday evening, before
strong surface winds develop from the south Sunday night, and
continue from the southwest on Monday.
&&
.RLX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
WV...High Wind Watch from Monday morning through Monday evening for
WVZ005>011-013>020-024>034-039-040-515>526.
OH...High Wind Watch from Monday morning through Monday evening for
OHZ066-067-075-076-083>087.
KY...High Wind Watch from Monday morning through Monday evening for
KYZ101>103-105.
VA...High Wind Watch from Monday morning through Monday evening for
VAZ003-004.
&&
SYNOPSIS...ARJ/JP
NEAR TERM...26/ARJ
SHORT TERM...JP
LONG TERM...JP
AVIATION...ARJHazardous weather outlook, Apr 12, 4:18 AM EDT, 8 hours 26 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook National Weather Service Charleston WV 418 AM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020 OHZ066-067-075-076-083>087-VAZ003-004-WVZ005>011-013>020-024>034-039- 040-515>522-130830- Perry-Morgan-Athens-Washington-Jackson OH-Vinton-Meigs-Gallia- Lawrence OH-Dickenson-Buchanan-Wayne-Cabell-Mason-Jackson WV-Wood- Pleasants-Tyler-Lincoln-Putnam-Kanawha-Roane-Wirt-Calhoun-Ritchie- Doddridge-Mingo-Logan-Boone-Clay-Braxton-Gilmer-Lewis-Harrison- Taylor-McDowell-Wyoming-Upshur-Barbour-Northwest Raleigh- Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-Southeast Fayette- Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-Northwest Webster- Southeast Webster- 418 AM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020 ...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY EVENING... This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia and much of West Virginia. .DAY ONE...Today and Tonight. No hazardous weather is expected at this time. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday. Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the Internet for more information about the following hazards. High Wind Watch. Thunderstorms are possible Sunday night into Monday morning. Locally heavy rainfall and strong gusty winds are the primary threat, with a marginal risk for severe thunderstorms. Strong non-thunderstorm winds are also expected late Sunday night into the day Monday. .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT... Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather conditions by calling the toll-free spotter hotline, or by other methods detailed at www.weather.gov/rlx/reports. KYZ101>103-105-130830- Greenup-Carter-Boyd-Lawrence KY- 418 AM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020 ...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY EVENING... This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for northeast Kentucky. .DAY ONE...Today and Tonight. Thunderstorms are possible Sunday night into Monday morning. Locally heavy rainfall and strong gusty winds are the primary threat, with a slight risk for severe thunderstorms. Strong non-thunderstorm winds are also expected late Sunday night into the day Monday. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday. Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the Internet for more information about the following hazards. High Wind Watch. Thunderstorms are possible into Monday morning. Locally heavy rainfall and strong gusty winds are the primary threat, with a slight risk for severe thunderstorms. Strong non-thunderstorm winds are also expected Monday. .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT... Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather conditions by calling the toll-free spotter hotline, or by other methods detailed at www.weather.gov/rlx/reports. WVZ523>526-130830- Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph- Southeast Randolph- 418 AM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020 ...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY EVENING... This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of northeast West Virginia. .DAY ONE...Today and Tonight. No hazardous weather is expected at this time. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday. Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the Internet for more information about the following hazards. High Wind Watch. Thunderstorms are possible Sunday night into Monday morning. Locally heavy rainfall and strong gusty winds are the primary threat, with a marginal risk for severe thunderstorms. Strong non-thunderstorm winds are also expected late Sunday night into the day Monday. .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT... Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather conditions by calling the toll-free spotter hotline, or by other methods detailed at www.weather.gov/rlx/reports.
The office that day
Everything else NWS Charleston, WV issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 12, 12:44 PM EDT | Wind Advisory | RLX | Barbour, Boone, Braxton, Cabell, Calhoun, Clay and 26 more | 30 hr |
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Sources
The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.