Yet another round of strong to severe storms is possible in the Commonwealth Wednesday afternoon and evening as upper level disturbances continue to pulse through our region this week and a weak boundary lingers in the area. The first storms will likely develop in the higher terrain of Western Virginia along I-81 this afternoon during the peak daytime heating. Ample low-level moisture remains in place to fuel these storms, which will be capable of heavy downpours, gusty winds, and a whole lot of lightning. Some of the strongest storms may become severe, with damaging winds and large hail.
The storms that develop in the higher terrain will track toward Central Virginia through the afternoon, and despite the loss of daytime heating, the strongest storms may still be severe tonight. Keep in mind that the ground is quite moist after recent heavy rains, and trees can blow over easier in gusty winds. Wind gusts will not need to be severe to knock over some trees in the soggy soil. Flash flooding will also be possible with the storms today and tonight.
--Carrie
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