Virginia, Wakefield – Virginia is preparing for the arrival of Tropical Storm Debby, which is expected to bring significant rainfall and potential severe weather to the region from today through Friday. The heaviest rain is anticipated across the Piedmont, where accumulations of 4-6 inches are likely, with localized areas possibly seeing even more. The storm also brings the risk of a few tornadoes, particularly on Thursday into Friday.
According to the National Weather Service in Wakefield, VA, a severe weather outlook has been issued, highlighting the central and southeastern parts of the state as areas of concern. Residents in these regions should prepare for heavy downpours that could lead to flash flooding and dangerous travel conditions. Additionally, the possibility of tornadoes adds to the urgency of taking appropriate precautions.
The 72-hour precipitation forecast shows that the areas of Richmond, Petersburg, and South Hill are among those that could experience the heaviest rain. The severe weather outlook for Thursday and Friday includes a slight to marginal risk of thunderstorms, with the potential for damaging winds and isolated tornadoes.
