Blacksburg, Va. – Sunday brings a storm threat across Virginia’s New River Valley as showers and thunderstorms roll in during the afternoon. Drivers on U.S. 460 and I-81 should prepare for heavy downpours, slick pavement, and sudden visibility loss through the evening commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, rain chances climb to 70 percent after 2 p.m. Sunday, with some storms capable of producing localized flooding. New rainfall totals could reach a quarter of an inch, with heavier pockets possible inside thunderstorms. Residents are urged to avoid flooded roadways and keep phones charged in case of power interruptions.
Communities from Christiansburg to Radford should expect rain and thunder Sunday afternoon, while higher elevations may see stronger cells. Travel may slow across secondary roads, especially where runoff builds quickly. Outdoor events face the highest disruption risk late Sunday, and emergency managers suggest moving activities indoors before storms intensify…