First published 9/18/2026, 8:16:15 PM · Last updated 9/18/2026, 8:16:15 PM

Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 2:48PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA

The National Weather Service (NWS) Blacksburg VA issued a Special Weather Statement on 2026-09-18 at 14:48 EDT. The supplied source contains only the alert metadata (title, time, and link); the alert text and specific hazards, impacts, or affected areas are not provided.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence: 3/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 6/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 4/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 3/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 7/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

NWS Special Weather Statements are used to notify the public about notable or potentially hazardous weather conditions that could affect safety and travel. Even without the full text, the alert indicates a weather situation that may warrant attention for local residents and travelers in the Blacksburg, VA area.

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Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 2:48PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA

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