Charleston, West Virginia – Strong storms will move into West Virginia late this evening, bringing heavy rain and gusty winds before a separate overnight wind threat develops across higher elevations.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, storms will begin pushing into the region during the late evening hours, with the greatest severe risk focused across southeast Ohio into northwest West Virginia, including Parkersburg, Clarksburg, and areas along the Ohio River. Damaging winds and large hail are the primary threats, while localized flash flooding is possible where heavier downpours occur.
As storms shift southeast and weaken overnight, attention turns to strengthening winds behind the system. A Wind Advisory is in effect from 11 p.m. through 6 a.m. Friday for portions of Pocahontas and Randolph counties, where gusts could reach up to 50 mph, especially in higher terrain near Snowshoe.
These winds could bring down tree limbs and cause isolated power outages, particularly in exposed mountain areas.
Drivers should use caution overnight, especially on elevated roads and ridges. Conditions improve Friday, but cooler air and additional impacts in the mountains may follow.
