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Wind Advisory 6, NWS Charleston, WV

March 3, 2023Pocahontas County, Randolph County, West Virginia

NWS Charleston, WV issued this wind advisory at Mar 3, 2023, 4:05 AM EST for Pocahontas County, Randolph County, West Virginia. It took effect at Mar 4, 2023, 10:00 AM EST. It was in force for 3 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Mar 3, 2023, 4:05 AM EST (09:05 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 4, 2023, 10:00 AM EST
Expired
Mar 4, 2023, 1:00 PM EST
In force
3 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 09:05 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 00:00Z, 9.1 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.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Roanoke, VA at 00:00Z on 2023-03-03Temperature 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°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Roanoke, VA at 00:00Z on 2023-03-03The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 13 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
1358 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
65 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
13 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
24 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

250 
WWUS71 KRLX 030905
NPWRLX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Charleston WV
405 AM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

WVZ523-526-031715-
/O.NEW.KRLX.HW.W.0001.230303T2200Z-230304T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.230304T1500Z-230304T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.230303T1200Z-230303T2200Z/
Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Randolph-
Including the cities of Snowshoe and Harman
405 AM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 5 PM EST
THIS AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 10 AM
EST SATURDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 1 PM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, southwest winds 30 to 40 mph
  with gusts up to around 55 mph expected. For the first Wind
  Advisory, southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected. For the second Wind Advisory, northwest winds 25 to 35
  mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected.

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

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 5 PM this afternoon to 
  10 AM EST Saturday. For the first Wind Advisory, from 7 AM 
  this morning to 5 PM EST this afternoon. For the second Wind 
  Advisory, from 10 AM to 1 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles in a cross-wind.

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>034-039-040-031715-
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.230303T1200Z-230304T1200Z/
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-
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, and Belington
405 AM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 AM
EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to around 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio,
  southwest Virginia and the lowlands of West Virginia.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Saturday.

* 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 in a cross-wind. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

WVZ515>522-524-525-031715-
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.230303T1200Z-230304T1800Z/
Northwest Raleigh-Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-
Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-
Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster-Southeast Pocahontas-
Northwest Randolph-
Including the cities of Bradley, Prosperity, Sophia, Beckley, 
Oak Hill, Fayetteville, Montgomery, Meadow Bridge, Summersville, 
Craigsville, Birch River, Richwood, Holly River State, 
Webster Springs, Cowen, Marlinton, and Elkins
405 AM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 1 PM
EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Northwest Raleigh, Southeast Raleigh, Northwest 
  Fayette, Southeast Fayette, Northwest Nicholas, Southeast 
  Nicholas, Northwest Webster, Southeast Webster, Southeast 
  Pocahontas and Northwest Randolph Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 1 PM EST Saturday.

* 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 in a cross-wind. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

TRM
7 follow-up statements
313 
WWUS71 KRLX 031711
NPWRLX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Charleston WV
1211 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

WVZ523-526-040115-
/O.CON.KRLX.HW.W.0001.230303T2200Z-230304T1500Z/
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230303T2200Z/
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.230304T1500Z-230304T1800Z/
Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Randolph-
Including the cities of Snowshoe and Harman
1211 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 10 AM EST SATURDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 1 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, southwest winds 30 to 40 mph 
  with gusts up to around 55 mph expected. For the first Wind 
  Advisory, southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected. For the second Wind Advisory, northwest winds 25 to 
  35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected.

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

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 5 PM this afternoon to 
  10 AM EST Saturday. For the first Wind Advisory, from 7 AM 
  this morning to 5 PM EST this afternoon. For the second Wind 
  Advisory, from 10 AM to 1 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles in a cross-
  wind.

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>034-039-040-040115-
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T1200Z/
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-
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, and Belington
1211 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to around 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, 
  southwest Virginia and the lowlands of West Virginia.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WVZ515>522-524-525-040115-
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T1800Z/
Northwest Raleigh-Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-
Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-
Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster-Southeast Pocahontas-
Northwest Randolph-
Including the cities of Bradley, Prosperity, Sophia, Beckley, 
Oak Hill, Fayetteville, Montgomery, Meadow Bridge, Summersville, 
Craigsville, Birch River, Richwood, Holly River State, 
Webster Springs, Cowen, Marlinton, and Elkins
1211 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Northwest Raleigh, Southeast Raleigh, Northwest 
  Fayette, Southeast Fayette, Northwest Nicholas, Southeast 
  Nicholas, Northwest Webster, Southeast Webster, Southeast 
  Pocahontas and Northwest Randolph Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 1 PM EST Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$
468 
WWUS71 KRLX 032037
NPWRLX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Charleston WV
337 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

KYZ101>103-105-OHZ083-085>087-VAZ003-004-WVZ005>008-013-014-024-
025-040445-
/O.UPG.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T1200Z/
/O.EXB.KRLX.HW.W.0001.230303T2037Z-230304T0800Z/
Greenup-Carter-Boyd-Lawrence KY-Jackson OH-Meigs-Gallia-
Lawrence OH-Dickenson-Buchanan-Wayne-Cabell-Mason-Jackson WV-
Lincoln-Putnam-Mingo-Logan-
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, 
Jackson, Wellston, Oak Hill, Pomeroy, Gallipolis, Ironton, 
Lake Vesuvius, South Point, Clintwood, Grundy, Vansant, Kenova, 
Ceredo, Wayne, Huntington, Point Pleasant, New Haven, Ravenswood,
Ripley, Harts, Alum Creek, Hamlin, Teays Valley, Hurricane, 
Williamson, Logan, Chapmanville, and Man
337 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 AM EST Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WVZ523-526-040445-
/O.CON.KRLX.HW.W.0001.230303T2200Z-230304T1500Z/
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230303T2200Z/
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.230304T1500Z-230304T1800Z/
Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Randolph-
Including the cities of Snowshoe and Harman
337 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SATURDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 1 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, southwest winds 30 to 40 mph
  with gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the first Wind Advisory,
  southeast winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. For the 
  second Wind Advisory, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up
  to 45 mph expected.

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

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 10 AM EST Saturday. 
  For the first Wind Advisory, until 5 PM EST this afternoon. 
  For the second Wind Advisory, from 10 AM to 1 PM EST Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$

OHZ066-067-075-076-084-WVZ009>011-015>020-026>034-039-040-040445-
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T1200Z/
Perry-Morgan-Athens-Washington-Vinton-Wood-Pleasants-Tyler-
Kanawha-Roane-Wirt-Calhoun-Ritchie-Doddridge-Boone-Clay-Braxton-
Gilmer-Lewis-Harrison-Taylor-McDowell-Wyoming-Upshur-Barbour-
Including the cities of New Lexington, Crooksville, Somerset, 
McConnelsville, Stockport, Athens, Marietta, Belpre, McArthur, 
Hamden, Parkersburg, Vienna, St. Marys, Belmont, Paden City, 
Sistersville, Middlebourne, Charleston, South Charleston, 
Saint Albans, Spencer, Elizabeth, Grantsville, Harrisville, 
Pennsboro, West Union, Madison, Clay, Sutton, Gassaway, 
Burnsville, Glenville, Weston, Clarksburg, Bridgeport, Grafton, 
Welch, Gary, War, Mullens, Oceana, Pineville, Buckhannon, 
Philippi, and Belington
337 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Ohio and central, northern and 
  southern West Virginia.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive.

&&

$$

WVZ515>522-524-525-040445-
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T1800Z/
Northwest Raleigh-Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-
Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-
Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster-Southeast Pocahontas-
Northwest Randolph-
Including the cities of Bradley, Prosperity, Sophia, Beckley, 
Oak Hill, Fayetteville, Montgomery, Meadow Bridge, Summersville, 
Craigsville, Birch River, Richwood, Holly River State, 
Webster Springs, Cowen, Marlinton, and Elkins
337 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Northwest Raleigh, Southeast Raleigh, Northwest 
  Fayette, Southeast Fayette, Northwest Nicholas, Southeast 
  Nicholas, Northwest Webster, Southeast Webster, Southeast 
  Pocahontas and Northwest Randolph Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive.

&&

$$
872 
WWUS71 KRLX 040008
NPWRLX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Charleston WV
708 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

OHZ066-067-075-076-084-WVZ009-040815-
/O.UPG.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T1200Z/
/O.EXA.KRLX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230304T0800Z/
Perry-Morgan-Athens-Washington-Vinton-Wood-
Including the cities of New Lexington, Crooksville, Somerset, 
McConnelsville, Stockport, Athens, Marietta, Belpre, McArthur, 
Hamden, Parkersburg, and Vienna
708 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...In Ohio, Perry, Morgan, Athens, Washington and Vinton 
  Counties. In West Virginia, Wood County.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM EST Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WVZ523-526-040815-
/O.CON.KRLX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230304T1500Z/
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.230304T1500Z-230304T1800Z/
Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Randolph-
Including the cities of Snowshoe and Harman
708 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SATURDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 1 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, southwest winds 30 to 40 mph
  with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds
  20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

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

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 10 AM EST Saturday. 
  For the Wind Advisory, from 10 AM to 1 PM EST Saturday.

* 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-OHZ083-085>087-VAZ003-004-WVZ005>008-013-014-024-
025-040800-
/O.CON.KRLX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230304T0800Z/
Greenup-Carter-Boyd-Lawrence KY-Jackson OH-Meigs-Gallia-
Lawrence OH-Dickenson-Buchanan-Wayne-Cabell-Mason-Jackson WV-
Lincoln-Putnam-Mingo-Logan-
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, 
Jackson, Wellston, Oak Hill, Pomeroy, Gallipolis, Ironton, 
Lake Vesuvius, South Point, Clintwood, Grundy, Vansant, Kenova, 
Ceredo, Wayne, Huntington, Point Pleasant, New Haven, Ravenswood,
Ripley, Harts, Alum Creek, Hamlin, Teays Valley, Hurricane, 
Williamson, Logan, Chapmanville, and Man
708 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 AM EST Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WVZ010-011-015>020-026>034-039-040-040815-
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T1200Z/
Pleasants-Tyler-Kanawha-Roane-Wirt-Calhoun-Ritchie-Doddridge-
Boone-Clay-Braxton-Gilmer-Lewis-Harrison-Taylor-McDowell-Wyoming-
Upshur-Barbour-
Including the cities of St. Marys, Belmont, Paden City, 
Sistersville, Middlebourne, Charleston, South Charleston, 
Saint Albans, Spencer, Elizabeth, Grantsville, Harrisville, 
Pennsboro, West Union, Madison, Clay, Sutton, Gassaway, 
Burnsville, Glenville, Weston, Clarksburg, Bridgeport, Grafton, 
Welch, Gary, War, Mullens, Oceana, Pineville, Buckhannon, 
Philippi, and Belington
708 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central, northern and southern West 
  Virginia.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive.

&&

$$

WVZ515>522-524-525-040815-
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T1800Z/
Northwest Raleigh-Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-
Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-
Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster-Southeast Pocahontas-
Northwest Randolph-
Including the cities of Bradley, Prosperity, Sophia, Beckley, 
Oak Hill, Fayetteville, Montgomery, Meadow Bridge, Summersville, 
Craigsville, Birch River, Richwood, Holly River State, 
Webster Springs, Cowen, Marlinton, and Elkins
708 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Northwest Raleigh, Southeast Raleigh, Northwest 
  Fayette, Southeast Fayette, Northwest Nicholas, Southeast 
  Nicholas, Northwest Webster, Southeast Webster, Southeast 
  Pocahontas and Northwest Randolph Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive.


&&

$$
279 
WWUS71 KRLX 040802
NPWRLX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Charleston WV
302 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

KYZ101>103-105-OHZ066-067-075-076-083>087-VAZ003-004-WVZ005>009-
013-014-024-025-040915-
/O.EXP.KRLX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230304T0800Z/
Greenup-Carter-Boyd-Lawrence KY-Perry-Morgan-Athens-Washington-
Jackson OH-Vinton-Meigs-Gallia-Lawrence OH-Dickenson-Buchanan-
Wayne-Cabell-Mason-Jackson WV-Wood-Lincoln-Putnam-Mingo-Logan-
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, Harts, Alum Creek, Hamlin, Teays Valley, Hurricane, 
Williamson, Logan, Chapmanville, and Man
302 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING ALLOWED TO EXPIRE AT 3 AM EST EARLY THIS 
MORNING...

Strong winds have subsided below warning criteria, and are 
expected to continue diminishing through the morning. Gusty winds
will linger through sunrise. 

$$

WVZ523-526-041615-
/O.CON.KRLX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230304T1500Z/
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.230304T1500Z-230304T1800Z/
Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Randolph-
Including the cities of Snowshoe and Harman
302 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST THIS
MORNING...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 25 to 35 mph with
  gusts up to 60 mph. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 20 
  to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

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

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 10 AM EST this 
  morning. For the Wind Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 1 
  PM EST this afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

WVZ010-011-015>020-026>034-039-040-041200-
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T1200Z/
Pleasants-Tyler-Kanawha-Roane-Wirt-Calhoun-Ritchie-Doddridge-
Boone-Clay-Braxton-Gilmer-Lewis-Harrison-Taylor-McDowell-Wyoming-
Upshur-Barbour-
Including the cities of St. Marys, Belmont, Paden City, 
Sistersville, Middlebourne, Charleston, South Charleston, 
Saint Albans, Spencer, Elizabeth, Grantsville, Harrisville, 
Pennsboro, West Union, Madison, Clay, Sutton, Gassaway, 
Burnsville, Glenville, Weston, Clarksburg, Bridgeport, Grafton, 
Welch, Gary, War, Mullens, Oceana, Pineville, Buckhannon, 
Philippi, and Belington
302 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to around 45 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of the northern, central and southern lowlands
  of West Virginia.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST this morning.

* 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.

&&

$$

WVZ515>522-524-525-041615-
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T1800Z/
Northwest Raleigh-Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-
Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-
Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster-Southeast Pocahontas-
Northwest Randolph-
Including the cities of Bradley, Prosperity, Sophia, Beckley, 
Oak Hill, Fayetteville, Montgomery, Meadow Bridge, Summersville, 
Craigsville, Birch River, Richwood, Holly River State, 
Webster Springs, Cowen, Marlinton, and Elkins
302 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...The mountains of West Virginia.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

TRM
323 
WWUS71 KRLX 041201
NPWRLX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Charleston WV
701 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

WVZ010-011-015>020-026>034-039-040-041315-
/O.EXP.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T1200Z/
Pleasants-Tyler-Kanawha-Roane-Wirt-Calhoun-Ritchie-Doddridge-
Boone-Clay-Braxton-Gilmer-Lewis-Harrison-Taylor-McDowell-Wyoming-
Upshur-Barbour-
Including the cities of St. Marys, Belmont, Paden City, 
Sistersville, Middlebourne, Charleston, South Charleston, 
Saint Albans, Spencer, Elizabeth, Grantsville, Harrisville, 
Pennsboro, West Union, Madison, Clay, Sutton, Gassaway, 
Burnsville, Glenville, Weston, Clarksburg, Bridgeport, Grafton, 
Welch, Gary, War, Mullens, Oceana, Pineville, Buckhannon, 
Philippi, and Belington
701 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

...WIND ADVISORY ALLOWED TO EXPIRE AT 7 AM EST THIS MORNING...

Strong winds have subsided below advisory criteria, and are 
expected to continue diminishing through the morning.

$$

WVZ523-526-041800-
/O.CON.KRLX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230304T1500Z/
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.230304T1500Z-230304T1800Z/
Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Randolph-
Including the cities of Snowshoe and Harman
701 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST THIS
MORNING...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph 
  with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Wind Advisory, northwest 
  winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

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

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 10 AM EST this 
  morning. For the Wind Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 1 
  PM EST this afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

WVZ515>522-524-525-041800-
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T1800Z/
Northwest Raleigh-Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-
Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-
Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster-Southeast Pocahontas-
Northwest Randolph-
Including the cities of Bradley, Prosperity, Sophia, Beckley, 
Oak Hill, Fayetteville, Montgomery, Meadow Bridge, Summersville, 
Craigsville, Birch River, Richwood, Holly River State, 
Webster Springs, Cowen, Marlinton, and Elkins
701 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...The mountains of West Virginia.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

TRM
623 
WWUS71 KRLX 041451
NPWRLX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Charleston WV
951 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

WVZ523-526-041800-
/O.EXP.KRLX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230304T1500Z/
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.230304T1500Z-230304T1800Z/
Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Randolph-
Including the cities of Snowshoe and Harman
951 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM EST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

WVZ515>522-524-525-041800-
/O.CON.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T1800Z/
Northwest Raleigh-Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-
Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-
Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster-Southeast Pocahontas-
Northwest Randolph-
Including the cities of Bradley, Prosperity, Sophia, Beckley, 
Oak Hill, Fayetteville, Montgomery, Meadow Bridge, Summersville, 
Craigsville, Birch River, Richwood, Holly River State, 
Webster Springs, Cowen, Marlinton, and Elkins
951 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* WHERE...Northwest Raleigh, Southeast Raleigh, Northwest 
  Fayette, Southeast Fayette, Northwest Nicholas, Southeast 
  Nicholas, Northwest Webster, Southeast Webster, Southeast 
  Pocahontas and Northwest Randolph Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$
768 
WWUS71 KRLX 041757
NPWRLX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Charleston WV
1257 PM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

WVZ515>522-524-525-041900-
/O.EXP.KRLX.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T1800Z/
Northwest Raleigh-Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-
Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-
Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster-Southeast Pocahontas-
Northwest Randolph-
Including the cities of Bradley, Prosperity, Sophia, Beckley, 
Oak Hill, Fayetteville, Montgomery, Meadow Bridge, Summersville, 
Craigsville, Birch River, Richwood, Holly River State, 
Webster Springs, Cowen, Marlinton, and Elkins
1257 PM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON...

Winds across the area have subsided below advisory criteria and
will continue to decline through this afternoon and early evening.

$$

WVZ523-526-041900-
/O.EXP.KRLX.WI.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-230304T1800Z/
Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Randolph-
Including the cities of Snowshoe and Harman
1257 PM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON...

Winds across the area have subsided below advisory criteria and
will continue to decline through this afternoon and early evening.

$$

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this wind advisory 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 wind advisory went out at Mar 3, 4:00 AM EST, 5 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Mar 3, 4:00 AM EST, 5 minutes before
AREA FORECAST DISCUSSION
National Weather Service Charleston WV
400 AM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

.SYNOPSIS...
Strong low pressure system will affect the area through tonight.
Mainly dry weather expected this weekend. Another system brings
a cold front with showers Monday night.

&&

.NEAR TERM /THROUGH TONIGHT/...
As of 400 AM Friday...

A strong low pressure passing northwest of the area today and
tonight occludes as its cold front crosses tonight. This has
implications in the severe weather potential just ahead of the
cold front, which carries northeastward into the Huntington
tri-state area this evening, before the occlusion process keeps
the warm air off the surface, mitigating the tornado and hail
threat, and then the wind threat, as the front whips
northeastward through the area tonight.

Rain quickly overspreading the area early this morning could
exceed a half inch total over the middle Ohio Valley, with
lesser amounts to the east and southeast. The column may cool
just enough for snow or sleet over the higher mountainous
terrain early this morning. With surface temperatures there
barely as low as freezing this morning, they should be above
freezing by the time the warm nose aloft is by late this
morning, minimizing any chance for freezing rain.

There is likely to be a break in the rain this afternoon,
longest southeast, and minimal if any northwest, in central
Ohio, before showers associated with the cold front arrive from
the west late this afternoon. With an additional quarter to half
inch rainfall expected there on average, locally heavier
downpours could cause high water given the longer duration
rainfall overall.

Strong winds developing today will depend upon how much mixing
we can realize beneath the inversion. Strong wind gusts are most
likely southwest, in the Huntington tri-state area late this
afternoon into this evening, where the inversion gets taken out
ahead of the cold front. Farther east, it will take the cold
front itself to take out the inversion, and a spike in wind
gusts could result on the frontal passage. Finally, strong
winds aloft ahead of the front this evening and behind the
front overnight tonight over the higher mountainous terrain
could result in gusts well over 50 mph, and have upgraded the
wind advisory to a high wind warning there for tonight into
Saturday morning.

Snow and even briefly freezing rain could mix in across higher
terrain toward dawn Saturday, as the frontal inversion undercuts
the colder air aloft.

Temperatures remain above normal, especially for highs today,
but not record-breaking, and still above normal for lows
Saturday morning even with the arrival of the cooler air behind
the system, which is of Pacific Origin.

&&

.SHORT TERM /SATURDAY THROUGH SUNDAY NIGHT/...
As of 245 AM Friday...

The forecast period opens up in the midst of the passage of an
upper level trough and accompanying surface disturbance. Post-
frontal tightened pressure gradient remains along the higher
terrain on Saturday while relaxing gradually for the lowlands.
Wind headlines from inherited forecast remains unchanged in
regards to expiration timing. With the departure of the surface
low, shower chances become depleted along the spine of the
Appalachians Saturday morning. Residual precipitation may become
influenced by sub-freezing surface temperatures on the higher
ridgetops, leading to a period of freezing rain and light snow
at the conclusion of this event. Accumulations may extend above
a few tenths of an inch for snow and a light glaze of ice before
drier weather returns Saturday afternoon.

Clouds will gradually disperse through the progression of the
weekend, becoming mostly clear areawide on Sunday. A brief
period of high pressure will yield a quiet second half to the
weekend, along with temperatures rising above normal Sunday
afternoon beneath upper level ridging.

&&

.LONG TERM /MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY/...
As of 245 AM Friday...

Surface high pressure exits to the eastern seaboard at the
start of the work week as a northern disturbance propagates into
the area along zonal flow aloft. 00Z global model suite
suggests mostly dry conditions initially on Monday as the system
enters the Ohio Valley in addition to a continued warming
trend. Moisture transport will aide in strengthening this
disturbance, with showers delineating an accompanying surface
cold front, currently progged to cross through the forecast area
late Monday into Tuesday. Preceding above normal temperatures
will support mostly rain with this quick moving system. Breezy
winds along the mountains transpire on Tuesday within a
tightened pressure gradient regime.

Quickly on the heels of this departure, another area of low
pressure begins to form in the Mississippi Valley by midweek.
Model solutions vary for this far out in the forecast, but
overall consensus depicts this southern stream system will
loiter around the Gulf Coast before being picked up from an
upper level trough that swings through by the back half of the
work week. First look at temperature profiles depicts mostly
rain, with periods of wintry precipitation thrown into the mix
based on elevation and nocturnal temperature influences.

&&

.AVIATION /09Z FRIDAY THROUGH TUESDAY/...
As of 125 AM Friday...

A strong storm system tracking northwest of the area this period
will bring MVFR to IFR in rain, along with strong and shifting
winds including the chance for strong thunderstorms.

VFR conditions overnight will lower to MVFR in rain 09Z-11Z
south and 12Z-14Z north, with IFR visibility in rain most likely
10-15Z south and 14Z-18Z north, with the warm front.

There may be a break in the rain Friday afternoon, before
showers associated with the cold front impact the area Friday
evening, when strong thunderstorms are also possible. Conditions
are likely to improve to VFR during the break across the
lowlands, but ceilings are expected to lower to IFR at BKW
Friday morning and persist through the day. The showers late
Friday will bring MVFR to brief IFR conditions, especially with
a thunderstorm.

The end of the period, 06Z Saturday, will bring mainly VFR
visibility and MVFR ceilings.

Light northeast to southeast surface flow will become southeast
and increase overnight, and become strong and gusty from the
southeast ahead of the warm front, shifting to south ahead of
the cold front late Friday, and then to southwest behind it late
Friday night. Wind gusts could reach thr 35-40 kt range Friday,
even 40-45 kts at BKW.

Light west flow aloft overnight will become south to southeast
early Friday morning, and quickly become strong and remain
strong through the day Friday, switching to southwest behind the
front Friday night, still strong. This may result in low level
wnd shear Friday morning, before strong gusts mix to the
surface.

While instability will be limited, and a significant convective
line expected to cross in the late Friday afternoon/evening.
may yield more showers than thunderstorms, they will nonetheless
be able to transport very strong winds to the surface.

FORECAST CONFIDENCE AND ALTERNATE SCENARIOS THROUGH 06Z SATURDAY...

FORECAST CONFIDENCE: Medium to high.

ALTERNATE SCENARIOS: Timing of precipitation and associated
restrictions may vary from forecast. Gusty winds will fluctuate.
Strong thunderstorms are possible Friday evening.

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.

DATE                    FRI 03/03/23
UTC 1HRLY       09   10   11   12   13   14   15   16   17   18   19   20
EST 1HRLY       04   05   06   07   08   09   10   11   12   13   14   15
CRW CONSISTENCY  H    H    M    M    M    M    M    H    M    H    M    M
HTS CONSISTENCY  H    M    L    M    M    M    L    M    H    M    M    M
BKW CONSISTENCY  H    L    M    M    H    H    H    M    H    H    H    H
EKN CONSISTENCY  H    H    H    H    M    M    L    M    H    H    H    H
PKB CONSISTENCY  H    H    H    H    M    L    L    H    M    M    H    H
CKB CONSISTENCY  H    H    H    H    H    L    M    L    M    H    H    M

AFTER 06Z SATURDAY...
IFR ceilings possible in the mountains overnight Friday night
into Saturday.

&&

.RLX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
WV...Wind Advisory from 7 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Saturday for
     WVZ005>011-013>020-024>034-039-040.
     Wind Advisory from 7 AM this morning to 1 PM EST Saturday for
     WVZ515>522-524-525.
     Wind Advisory from 7 AM this morning to 5 PM EST this
     afternoon for WVZ523-526.
     Wind Advisory from 10 AM to 1 PM EST Saturday for WVZ523-526.
     High Wind Warning from 5 PM this afternoon to 10 AM EST
     Saturday for WVZ523-526.
OH...Flood Watch through late tonight for OHZ066-067-075-076-
     083>087.
     Wind Advisory from 7 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Saturday for
     OHZ066-067-075-076-083>087.
KY...Flood Watch through late tonight for KYZ101>103.
     Wind Advisory from 7 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Saturday for
     KYZ101>103-105.
VA...Wind Advisory from 7 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Saturday for
     VAZ003-004.

&&

SYNOPSIS...TRM/MEK
NEAR TERM...TRM
SHORT TERM...MEK
LONG TERM...MEK
AVIATION...TRM
Hazardous weather outlook, Mar 2, 2:21 PM EST, 13 hours 44 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Charleston WV
221 PM EST Thu Mar 2 2023

KYZ101>103-OHZ066-067-075-076-083>087-031930-
Greenup-Carter-Boyd-Perry-Morgan-Athens-Washington-Jackson OH-Vinton-
Meigs-Gallia-Lawrence OH-
221 PM EST Thu Mar 2 2023

...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE FRIDAY
NIGHT...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO 7 AM EST SATURDAY...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of northeast
Kentucky and southeast Ohio.

.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Flood Watch.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Flood Watch.
 Wind Advisory.

Isolated strong storms are possible on Friday with damaging winds the
likely threat.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
 conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.

WVZ515>526-031930-
Northwest Raleigh-Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-
Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-
Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster-Northwest Pocahontas-
Southeast Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph-Southeast Randolph-
221 PM EST Thu Mar 2 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO 1 PM EST SATURDAY...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of northeast West
Virginia and southeast West Virginia.

.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Wind Advisory.

Isolated strong to severe storms may be capable of producing
damaging wind on Friday

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
 conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.

KYZ105-VAZ003-004-WVZ005>011-013>020-024>034-039-040-031930-
Lawrence KY-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-
221 PM EST Thu Mar 2 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO 7 AM EST SATURDAY...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of northeast
Kentucky, southwest Virginia, and portions of central West
Virginia, northern West Virginia, southern West Virginia and
western West Virginia.

.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Wind Advisory.

Isolated strong storms may be capable of producing damaging winds
Friday.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
 conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 3, 4:05 AM ESTHigh Wind WarningRLXCabell, Jackson, Lincoln, Logan, Mason, Mingo and 5 more30 hr
Mar 3, 3:50 PM ESTSpecial Weather StatementRLXWayne25 min
Mar 3, 4:44 PM ESTSevere Thunderstorm WarningRLXWayne31 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.