Lewisburg, West Virginia – A strong cold front could bring isolated severe thunderstorms to southeast West Virginia by late Tuesday evening, with gusty winds and localized rainfall posing travel concerns for parts of the Greenbrier Valley.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, isolated showers and storms are expected to develop over southeastern West Virginia Tuesday night, April 29, but are likely to weaken as they move eastward across the mountains. Areas near Lewisburg, Bluefield, and surrounding communities are highlighted in a marginal risk zone for strong winds and brief heavy rain.
Communities including Roanoke, Wytheville, and Mount Airy are forecast to experience scattered showers but are less likely to see severe conditions. Rainfall is expected to remain mostly confined to the Greenbrier Valley region, and no widespread flooding is anticipated. Drivers traveling on I-64 near Lewisburg and US-460 near Bluefield should stay alert for sudden downpours and slick roads.
Residents are advised to secure outdoor items, monitor local alerts, and prepare for potential brief power outages in isolated areas. While the primary severe threat will diminish overnight, updates and additional advisories could be issued if storm intensity increases.
Warnings remain possible into early Wednesday morning as the front continues eastward.
