Severe Thunderstorm Warning — New Kent 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 10 at 7:01PM EDT until August 10 at 7:45PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
SVRAKQ The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... The City of Hopewell in south central Virginia... Northwestern York County in southeastern Virginia... James City County in southeastern Virginia... East central Chesterfield County in central Virginia... Southern Gloucester County in eastern Virginia... Southeastern King and Queen County in east central Virginia... Charles City County in east central Virginia... Northeastern Prince George County in south central Virginia... New Kent County in east central Virginia... Southeastern Henrico County in central Virginia... Southeastern King William County in east central Virginia... Northern Surry County in southeastern Virginia... The City of Williamsburg in southeastern Virginia... * Until 745 PM EDT. * At 700 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near New Kent to Hopewell, moving southeast at 40 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated.
Effective August 10, 2026 at 7:01 PM ET · Expires August 10, 2026 at 7:45 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Wakefield VA
Expires
August 10, 2026 at 7:45 PM ET
Last Checked
1 minute ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Please report severe weather by calling 757-899-2415, posting to the NWS Wakefield Facebook page, or using X @NWSWAKEFIELDVA.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for New Kent 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 (1 minute ago). It's set to expire August 10, 2026 at 7:45 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for New Kent County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for King William County, Gloucester County, King and Queen County, Charles City County, James City County, City of Williamsburg County, Henrico County, York County.