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Freeze Warning 8, NWS Charleston, WV

April 30, 2021Pocahontas County, Randolph County, Webster County, West Virginia

NWS Charleston, WV issued this freeze warning at Apr 30, 2021, 1:04 PM EDT for Pocahontas County, Randolph County, Webster County, West Virginia. It took effect at May 1, 2021, 12:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 9 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 30, 2021, 1:04 PM EDT (17:04 UTC)
In effect from
May 1, 2021, 12:00 AM EDT
Expired
May 1, 2021, 9:00 AM EDT
In force
9 hr
Issued by
NWS Charleston, WV

Counties Pocahontas County, WV, Randolph County, WV, Webster County, WV

The radar

The Charleston,WV radar (KRLX), 143 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 17:01 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, 5.1 hours before the alert went out and 157 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.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Roanoke, VA at 12:00Z on 2021-04-30Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Roanoke, VA at 12:00Z on 2021-04-30The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 0 square meters per square second.1939587897117136156Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
893 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
70 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
0 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
15 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

595 
WWUS71 KRLX 301704
NPWRLX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Charleston WV
104 PM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

WVZ523-525-526-010115-
/O.UPG.KRLX.FZ.A.0004.210501T0400Z-210501T1300Z/
/O.NEW.KRLX.FZ.W.0008.210501T0400Z-210501T1300Z/
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-210501T0500Z/
Northwest Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph-Southeast Randolph-
Including the cities of Snowshoe, Elkins, and Harman
104 PM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EDT SATURDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT UNTIL SATURDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low
  as 29 expected. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25
  mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Northwest Pocahontas, Northwest Randolph and Southeast 
  Randolph Counties.

* WHEN...For the Freeze Warning, from midnight tonight to 9 AM 
  EDT Saturday. For the Wind Advisory, until 1 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
  Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive 
  vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

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. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

WVZ522-524-010115-
/O.UPG.KRLX.FZ.A.0004.210501T0400Z-210501T1300Z/
/O.NEW.KRLX.FZ.W.0008.210501T0400Z-210501T1300Z/
Southeast Webster-Southeast Pocahontas-
Including the city of Marlinton
104 PM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

...FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 AM EDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 32 expected.

* WHERE...Southeast Webster and Southeast Pocahontas Counties.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other 
  sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor 
  plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

KYZ101>103-105-OHZ066-067-075-076-083>087-VAZ003-004-WVZ005>011-
013>020-024>034-039-040-515>521-010115-
/O.NEW.KRLX.FR.Y.0004.210501T0600Z-210501T1300Z/
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-
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
104 PM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

...FROST ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 9 AM EDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 33 will result in frost 
  formation.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia,
  northeast Kentucky and central, northeast, northern, southeast,
  southern and western West Virginia.

* WHEN...From 2 AM to 9 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Frost could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if left
  uncovered.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

&&

$$
4 follow-up statements
093 
WWUS71 KRLX 010051
NPWRLX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Charleston WV
851 PM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

WVZ523-525-526-011000-
/O.CON.KRLX.FZ.W.0008.210501T0400Z-210501T1300Z/
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-210501T0500Z/
Northwest Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph-Southeast Randolph-
Including the cities of Snowshoe, Elkins, and Harman
851 PM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EDT SATURDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 AM
EDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low
  as 29 expected. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25
  mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Northwest Randolph, Southeast Randolph and Northwest 
  Pocahontas Counties.

* WHEN...For the Freeze Warning, from midnight tonight to 9 AM 
  EDT Saturday. For the Wind Advisory, until 1 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other 
  sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor 
  plumbing.

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. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

WVZ522-524-011000-
/O.CON.KRLX.FZ.W.0008.210501T0400Z-210501T1300Z/
Southeast Webster-Southeast Pocahontas-
Including the city of Marlinton
851 PM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 AM
EDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 32 expected.

* WHERE...Southeast Pocahontas and Southeast Webster Counties.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other 
  sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor 
  plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

KYZ101>103-105-OHZ066-067-075-076-083>087-VAZ003-004-WVZ005>011-
013>020-024>034-039-040-515>521-011000-
/O.CON.KRLX.FR.Y.0004.210501T0600Z-210501T1300Z/
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-
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
851 PM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021

...FROST ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 9 AM EDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 33 will result in frost 
  formation.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia, 
  northeast Kentucky and central, northeast, northern, 
  southeast, southern and western West Virginia.

* WHEN...From 2 AM to 9 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Frost could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if 
  left uncovered.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

&&

$$
499 
WWUS71 KRLX 010402
NPWRLX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Charleston WV
1202 AM EDT Sat May 1 2021

WVZ523-525-526-011215-
/O.CAN.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-210501T0500Z/
/O.CON.KRLX.FZ.W.0008.000000T0000Z-210501T1300Z/
Northwest Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph-Southeast Randolph-
Including the cities of Snowshoe, Elkins, and Harman
1202 AM EDT Sat May 1 2021

...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EDT THIS MORNING...
...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as 
  low as 29 expected. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 
  to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Northwest Randolph, Southeast Randolph and Northwest 
  Pocahontas Counties.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM EDT this morning.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
  Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other sensitive
  vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

WVZ522-524-011215-
/O.CON.KRLX.FZ.W.0008.000000T0000Z-210501T1300Z/
Southeast Webster-Southeast Pocahontas-
Including the city of Marlinton
1202 AM EDT Sat May 1 2021

...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EDT THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 32 expected.

* WHERE...Southeast Pocahontas and Southeast Webster Counties.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other 
  sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor 
  plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

KYZ101>103-105-OHZ066-067-075-076-083>087-VAZ003-004-WVZ005>011-
013>020-024>034-039-040-515>521-011215-
/O.CON.KRLX.FR.Y.0004.210501T0600Z-210501T1300Z/
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-
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
1202 AM EDT Sat May 1 2021

...FROST ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EDT THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 33 will result in frost 
  formation.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia, 
  northeast Kentucky and central, northeast, northern, 
  southeast, southern and western West Virginia.

* WHEN...From 2 AM to 9 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Frost could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if left
  uncovered.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

&&

$$
503 
WWUS71 KRLX 011143
NPWRLX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Charleston WV
743 AM EDT Sat May 1 2021

WVZ522>526-011300-
/O.CON.KRLX.FZ.W.0008.000000T0000Z-210501T1300Z/
Southeast Webster-Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Pocahontas-
Northwest Randolph-Southeast Randolph-
Including the cities of Snowshoe, Marlinton, Elkins, and Harman
743 AM EDT Sat May 1 2021

...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EDT THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 31.

* WHERE...Southeast Pocahontas, Northwest Randolph, Southeast 
  Randolph, Southeast Webster and Northwest Pocahontas Counties.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM EDT this morning.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other 
  sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor 
  plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

KYZ101>103-105-OHZ066-067-075-076-083>087-VAZ003-004-WVZ005>011-
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Barbour-Northwest Raleigh-Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-
Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-
Northwest 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
743 AM EDT Sat May 1 2021

...FROST ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EDT THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 34 will result in frost 
  formation.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia, 
  northeast Kentucky and central, northeast, northern, 
  southeast, southern and western West Virginia.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM EDT this morning.

* IMPACTS...Frost could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if 
  left uncovered.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

&&

$$
647 
WWUS71 KRLX 011253
NPWRLX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Charleston WV
853 AM EDT Sat May 1 2021

WVZ522>526-011400-
/O.EXP.KRLX.FZ.W.0008.000000T0000Z-210501T1300Z/
Southeast Webster-Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Pocahontas-
Northwest Randolph-Southeast Randolph-
Including the cities of Snowshoe, Marlinton, Elkins, and Harman
853 AM EDT Sat May 1 2021

...FREEZE WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 AM EDT THIS MORNING...

Temperatures are quickly rising above freezing this morning.

$$

KYZ101>103-105-OHZ066-067-075-076-083>087-VAZ003-004-WVZ005>011-
013>020-024>034-039-040-515>521-011400-
/O.EXP.KRLX.FR.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-210501T1300Z/
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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-
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
853 AM EDT Sat May 1 2021

...FROST ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 9 AM EDT THIS MORNING...

Temperatures are rapidly rising into the upper 30s to lower 40s
this morning. Therefore, the frost advisory is allowed to expire. 

$$

The office that day

Everything else NWS Charleston, WV issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Apr 30, 2:39 AM EDTWind AdvisoryRLXPocahontas, Randolph21 hr
Apr 30, 1:04 PM EDTFrost AdvisoryRLXBarbour, Boone, Braxton, Cabell, Calhoun, Clay and 26 more20 hr
Apr 30, 3:13 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementRLXRitchie32 min
Apr 30, 3:19 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementRLXWood26 min
Apr 30, 3:47 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementRLXBarbour, Randolph, Upshur28 min
Apr 30, 3:54 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementRLXHarrison, Lewis, Taylor21 min
Apr 30, 3:58 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementRLXDoddridge, Ritchie, Wirt32 min
Apr 30, 4:17 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementRLXBarbour, Randolph, Taylor, Upshur28 min

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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.