Severe Thunderstorm Warning — King George County, Virginia
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 8 at 5:23PM EDT until August 8 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
At 523 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Nanjemoy Creek to near King George to near Port Royal, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Damaging winds will cause some trees and large branches to fall. This could injure those outdoors, as well as damage homes and vehicles. Roadways may become blocked by downed trees. Localized power outages are possible. Unsecured light objects may become projectiles. Locations impacted include... Dahlgren, Nanjemoy Creek, Popes Creek, Wicomico, Cobb Island, Rock Point, Issue, Potomac Beach, Weedonville, Tompkinsville, Ninde, Mount Victoria, Newburg, Swan Point, Faulkner, and Berthaville.
Effective August 8, 2026 at 5:23 PM ET · Expires August 8, 2026 at 5:30 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Expires
August 8, 2026 at 5:30 PM ET
Last Checked
14 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Wind damage with these storms will occur before any rain or lightning. Do not wait for the sound of thunder before taking cover. SEEK SHELTER IMMEDIATELY inside a sturdy structure and stay away from windows.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for King George County, Virginia?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (14 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 8, 2026 at 5:30 PM ET.
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