Alert Severe Thunderstorm Warning until SAT 8:00 PM EDT Aug 22, 2026 Aug 22, 2026 Updated 10 hrs ago Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Franklin County ExpiringWhat’s Happening:The severe thunderstorm warning for central Franklin County will expire at 8:00 PM EDT as the storm has weakened and moved out of the area.What to Expect:The storm has diminished below severe limits and no longer poses a significant threat.Impacts:Minimal disruptions expected as the storm has weakened.Previous threats of severe weather have diminished.Safety Tips: Continue to stay informed in case of further weather updates.Check local news or weather apps for any additional advisories. People are also reading… Virginia Tech student expelled for sexual abuse settles lawsuit against school Franklin official resigns abruptly 2 days after disclosing data center's demise 3 injured as boat runs ashore at night on Smith Mountain Lake Boones Mill's revitalization of historic downtown ready for next phase Virginia Tech’s Jackson making strong impression at receiver 'Project Flash' data center proposal fizzles out in Franklin County Families of JMU students killed in crash collect $2 million in settlements Impacts of possible Franklin County data center the topic of Sunday meeting Berglund Center, with casino or not, at 'critical point,' city manager says 94-year-old woman's death at Va. assisted living facility ruled a homicide Grant will help Franklin County Habitat's affordable housing efforts Family sues over Virginia Tech student's suicide Virginia Tech’s young safety corps tested by experience Where college football preseason rankings went wrong Cole Byrd's emergence key for Virginia Tech's special teams When to Check Back:Monitor weather.gov or thefranklinnewspost.com/weather for updates.This weather alert was produced with AI assistance using National Weather Service data. Local Weather Get the daily forecast and severe weather alerts in your inbox! Sign up! * I understand and agree that registration on or use of this site constitutes agreement to its user agreement and privacy policy. Related to this story Most Popular Severe Thunderstorm Warning from SAT 6:50 PM EDT until SAT 7:45 PM EDT Severe Thunderstorms with Damaging Winds Expected Until 7:45 PM EDT Severe Thunderstorm Warning from SAT 8:11 PM EDT until SAT 9:15 PM EDT Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Expect Damaging Winds and Heavy Rain Until 9:15 PM EDT Special Weather Statement until SAT 6:30 PM EDT Strong Thunderstorm Bringing Gusty Winds and Hail to Southwestern Franklin County Watch Now: Related Video A1 Minute! August 18, 2026: BLK RVA Community Awards; Williams on Petersburg’s gamble; Local farmers see growing demand Counties with the most gun deaths Counties with the most gun deaths Could AI Forecast Your Home's Future Value? Could AI Forecast Your Home's Future Value? A1 Minute! August 12, 2026: Richmond Raceway teams up with The Museum DC for the Richmond Drop; Where Richmond Eats podcast; UR women’s b-ball schedule A1 Minute! August 12, 2026: Richmond Raceway teams up with The Museum DC for the Richmond Drop; Where Richmond Eats podcast; UR women’s b-ball schedule
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