Blacksburg, VA – Thunderstorms are expected to roll through Blacksburg this Friday, posing a significant risk of severe weather conditions. The National Weather Service warns that storms will develop in the afternoon and continue into the evening. The primary hazards include lightning, isolated damaging wind gusts, and localized heavy rainfall, which could lead to flash flooding.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, residents should remain weather-aware throughout the day, especially between 4 p.m. and 10 p.m., when the storms are likely to be most intense. Showers might linger into the night, but the situation is expected to stabilize by Saturday.
As Labor Day approaches on Monday, the forecast indicates a slight respite, with temperatures reaching a high of 80°F under partly cloudy skies. The break in severe weather will provide a welcome relief for holiday celebrations. However, the community is advised to stay informed as the weekend progresses, ensuring they have multiple ways to receive weather alerts.
