“Special Weather Statement until 07:15PM” from Braxton County OES/E911 : Nixle

Wednesday October 14th, 2026 :: 06:41 p.m. EDT

Advisory

Special Weather Statement until 07:15PM

At 641 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Cedar Creek State Park, or 10 miles south of Glenville, moving east at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Sutton, Gassaway, Flatwoods, Exchange, Heaters, and Cedarville. This includes Interstate 79 between mile markers 62 and 78.

* AFFECTED AREAS: BRAXTON ... GILMER

Instructions:

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.

Address/Location
Braxton County OES/E911
687 Days Dr
Sutton, WV 26601

Contact
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Non-emergencies: 304-765-3320

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Alert Details

Severity:: Moderate - Possible threat to life or property
Urgency:: Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:: Observed - Determined to have occurred or to be ongoing
Category:: Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:: Special Weather Statement

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