Alert Severe Thunderstorm Warning until MON 6:00 PM EDT Aug 10, 2026 Aug 10, 2026 Updated 6 hrs ago Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Severe Thunderstorms with Damaging Winds Until 6 PM EDTWhat’s Happening:A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect until 6 PM EDT. Thunderstorms are moving south at 40 mph, bringing significant wind hazards.Affected Areas:Pittsylvania CountySouthwestern Halifax CountyHenry CountySouthern Franklin CountyEastern Patrick CountyCity of DanvilleCity of MartinsvilleWhat to Expect:Wind gusts up to 60 mph.Possible hail under 0.75 inches in size.Storms located from Climax to Mountain Valley to near Fairy Stone State Park. Impacts:Potential damage to roofs, siding, and trees.Power outages and travel disruptions likely. People are also reading… Long-empty building in downtown Rocky Mount could become luxury apartments Rain and recent action by ApCo help to increase SML levels Virginia Tech administrators Wurthman, Brugger McSorley lose their jobs One juvenile dies, four students injured in car crash on 2nd day of school in Orange County 10-year-old killed in Franklin County crash, state police investigating Ranking Virginia Tech's 2026 football slate by interest and opponent strength Joy Powers wins Democratic primary for 9th District Four positions to watch as JMU football opens preseason camp MLB trade deadline winners and losers: Dodgers, Red Sox and Phillies all in Tax-free weekend returns for school supplies, emergency gear, chain saws Spanberger seeks dismissal of Rocovich lawsuit Severe Thunderstorm Warning until MON 6:00 PM EDT Fauci lets loose on Trump in COVID diary: ‘What an idiot!’ Appomattox deputy killed on US 460 while responding to crash Franklin County residents bash supervisors on data center discussions Safety Tips:Seek shelter in an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building.Avoid windows and stay indoors until the storm passes.Report hail or wind damage to the National Weather Service.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 Governor visits Smith Mountain Lake to emphasize water conservation in drought The Roanoke region and Southside are the hardest hit by the ongoing drought, Gov. Abigail Spanberger said in visit to Smith Mountain Lake. USDA disaster designations expand aid for Southside farmers The USDA expanded disaster assistance for Virginia farmers with emergency designations for spring freeze damage and drought, making producers … Watch Now: Related Video The 10 safest cities in the United States A1 Minute! August 3, 2026: Richmond Jazz & Music Fest week; Political spending; Richmond's tallest buildings | A1 Minute A1 Minute! August 3, 2026: Richmond Jazz & Music Fest week; Political spending; Richmond's tallest buildings | A1 Minute A1 Minute! July 27, 2026: Richmond Jazz and Music Festival; Jefferson’s Tuckahoe home on sale; What Virginia exports A1 Minute! July 27, 2026: Richmond Jazz and Music Festival; Jefferson’s Tuckahoe home on sale; What Virginia exports Counties with the most gun deaths Counties with the most gun deaths
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