Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Chesterfield Tonight
TL;DR: National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch across Central Virginia including Chesterfield County on August 14, with isolated severe storms bringing hail and damaging winds to parts of the region.
Quick facts
- Who: National Weather Service Wakefield office
- What: Severe Thunderstorm Watch 583 and Severe Thunderstorm Warning
- When: August 14, 2026, 6:11 PM to 11 PM EDT
- Where: Chesterfield County and surrounding Central Virginia
The story
The National Weather Service Wakefield office issued Severe Thunderstorm Watch 583 on August 14, 2026, covering 27 Virginia counties and cities across central, east-central, and south-central Virginia. The watch remained in effect from 6:11 PM through 11 PM EDT and included Chesterfield County and surrounding areas.
Residents were advised to monitor weather conditions and be prepared to seek shelter as storms developed. The watch area encompassed major population centers including the greater Richmond region.
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued for Northwestern Chesterfield County, along with parts of Amelia and Powhatan counties, with storms expected until 8 PM EDT. The warning included hazards of golf ball-size hail and wind gusts up to 70 mph. The severe thunderstorm was located near Powhatan at 7:11 PM EDT, moving southeast at 25 mph, with potential for hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles, and considerable tree damage.
Key players
- National Weather Service Wakefield office: Issued severe weather alerts and warnings
Key dates
- 2026-08-14: Severe thunderstorm watch and warning issued for Central Virginia
Why it matters: Severe thunderstorm watches and warnings alert residents to dangerous weather that can cause significant property damage and injuries. Preparation and shelter during such events can prevent casualties and minimize damage to homes and vehicles.
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Development timeline
- 2026-08-14Severe Thunderstorm Watch 583 issued: Watch covering 27 Virginia counties effective 6:11 PM to 11 PM EDT; residents advised to monitor conditions and prepare for shelter [source]
- 2026-08-14Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Chesterfield area: Warning for Northwestern Chesterfield, Amelia, and Powhatan counties until 8 PM EDT with golf ball-size hail and 70 mph winds; storm near Powhatan at 7:11 PM EDT moving southeast at 25 mph [source]
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Sources
- National Weather Service API Alert
- WTVR Weather Alert Coverage
- National Weather Service
- Chesterfield County Storm Information