Severe thunderstorm warning issued in some Central Virginia localities

Severe thunderstorm warning issued in some Central Virginia localities

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued in several Central Virginia localities on Thursday.

The following localities are under a severe thunderstorm warning until 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 19:

  • Albemarle County
  • Charlottesville
  • Orange County

The following localities are under a severe thunderstorm warning until 4:45 p.m. on Thursday:

  • Louisa County

The following localities are under a severe thunderstorm warning until 5 p.m. on Thursday:

  • Amelia County
  • Chesterfield County
  • Cumberland County
  • Fluvanna County
  • Goochland County
  • Nottoway County
  • Powhatan County
  • Prince Edward County

A severe thunderstorm warning means that one or more severe storms have been located nearby or within the areas under said warning.

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These storms bring high-speed wind gusts, which could cause damage to roofs, siding, trees and powerlines.

Much of Central Virginia is under a severe thunderstorm watch until 9 p.m. on Thursday -- meaning that severe thunderstorms are possible.