Severe thunderstorm warning in multiple Central Virginia localities

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Multiple Central Virginia localities are under a severe thunderstorm warning Thursday evening, with much of the rest of the region still under a severe thunderstorm watch.

The following Central Virginia localities are under a severe thunderstorm warning until 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 20:

  • Amelia County
  • Chesterfield County
  • Goochland County
  • Hanover County
  • Henrico County
  • Powhatan County
  • Richmond

The following Central Virginia localities are under a severe thunderstorm warning until 7:30 p.m. on Thursday:

  • Brunswick County
  • Lunenburg County
  • Mecklenburg County

A severe thunderstorm warning means that a severe thunderstorm or storms has been located near or within the impacted areas.

These storms can produce high-speed winds capable of damaging trees and powerlines…

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