Two EF1 Tornadoes Confirmed in Pittsylvania County

The NWS survey team in Blacksburg, Virginia concluded that an EF1 tornado touched down 4 miles north of Pittsville, in Pittsylvania county. The tornado was on the ground from 10:48 AM to 10:50 AM, traveling 7 tenths of a mile with a maximum path width of 75 yards. The estimated maximum wind speeds ranged from 86 to 110 mph. There were no injuries or fatalities from this tornado. A second tornado was on the ground from 11:02 to 11:04 near the town of Hurt, just south of Altavista. This tornado was 150 yards wide, with a path of 6 tenths of a mile, and maximum wind speeds of 86-95 mph. There were no injuries or fatalities from this tornado.

Isolated Showers/Storms Possible Overnight

A cool front will move through the area tonight, and with low-level moisture in place, a few showers and storms will be possible overnight. The strongest showers and storms will have gusty winds and some small hail, as well as the potential for localized flooding. Any activity that does develop should clear central Virginia by sunrise Saturday.

Quiet For Now

Most of the rain has now moved into the Middle Peninsula and Virginia Beach. Isolated showers and thunderstorms are developing along and west of the Blue Ridge. These are moving in our direction, so we can't completely rule out one or two more showers this evening and early tonight.