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Home Return to list Severe Thunderstorm Warning 0054 Issued by the Pittsburgh Forecast Office
Action: New Issued At: 2026-03-26 20:09:04
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OHC019-067-081-PAC125-WVC009-029-069-270200-
/O.NEW.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.260327T0108Z-260327T0200Z/
BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA
908 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has issued a
* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Southeastern Carroll County in east central Ohio...
Northeastern Harrison County in east central Ohio...
Jefferson OH County in east central Ohio...
Western Washington County in southwestern Pennsylvania...
Brooke County in northern West Virginia...
Hancock County in northern West Virginia...
Ohio County in northern West Virginia...
* Until 1000 PM EDT.
* At 908 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 10 miles north of
Cadiz, moving east at 55 mph.
HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to
roofs, siding, and trees.
* Locations impacted include...
Weirton, Steubenville, Washington, Canonsburg, Wellsburg, West
Liberty, Avella, Cecil-Bishop, Wintersville, Mingo Junction,
Follansbee, Wolfdale, McGovern, Hooverson Heights, East Washington,
Tiltonsville, Burgettstown, Houston and Bethany.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from
windows. This storm is capable of producing damaging winds and large
hail.
Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning is one of natures leading killers. Remember, if you can
hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for
portions of east central Ohio, southwest Pennsylvania, and the
northern panhandle of West Virginia.
&&
LAT...LON 4043 8111 4045 8111 4051 8094 4031 8012
4002 8029 4002 8031 4034 8111
TIME...MOT...LOC 0108Z 289DEG 48KT 4040 8096
HAIL THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...1.00 IN
WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX WIND GUST...60 MPH
$$
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Action: Continued Issued At: 2026-03-26 20:14:34
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Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA
913 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
OHC019-067-081-PAC125-WVC009-029-069-270200-
/O.CON.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.000000T0000Z-260327T0200Z/
Carroll OH-Harrison OH-Jefferson OH-Washington PA-Brooke WV-
Hancock WV-Ohio WV-
913 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
...SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT FOR
SOUTHEASTERN CARROLL, NORTHEASTERN HARRISON, CENTRAL JEFFERSON OH,
WESTERN WASHINGTON, BROOKE, HANCOCK AND OHIO COUNTIES...
At 913 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 9 miles west of
Wintersville, or 11 miles northeast of Cadiz, moving east at 55 mph.
HAZARD...Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail
damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind
damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
Locations impacted include...
Weirton, Steubenville, Washington, Canonsburg, Wellsburg, West
Liberty, Avella, Cecil-Bishop, Wintersville, Mingo Junction,
Follansbee, Wolfdale, McGovern, Hooverson Heights, East Washington,
Burgettstown, Houston, Bethany and Hopedale.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from
windows. This storm is capable of producing damaging winds and large
hail.
Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning is one of natures leading killers. Remember, if you can
hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for
portions of east central Ohio, southwest Pennsylvania, and the
northern panhandle of West Virginia.
&&
LAT...LON 4037 8104 4044 8101 4049 8087 4031 8012
4002 8029 4002 8031 4029 8096
TIME...MOT...LOC 0108Z 288DEG 47KT 4041 8095
HAIL THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...1.50 IN
WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX WIND GUST...60 MPH
$$
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Action: Cancelled Issued At: 2026-03-26 20:27:35
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Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA
927 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
OHC019-067-WVC069-270137-
/O.CAN.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.000000T0000Z-260327T0200Z/
Carroll OH-Harrison OH-Ohio WV-
927 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
...SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING IS CANCELLED FOR SOUTHEASTERN CARROLL,
NORTHEASTERN HARRISON AND OHIO COUNTIES...
The storm which prompted the warning has moved out of the area.
Therefore, the warning has been cancelled.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for
portions of east central Ohio and the northern panhandle of West
Virginia.
&&
LAT...LON 4021 8066 4026 8078 4037 8080 4043 8068
4030 8013 4020 8019 4018 8020 4006 8027
4016 8052 4016 8053
TIME...MOT...LOC 0113Z 288DEG 47KT 4039 8087
$$
OHC081-PAC125-WVC009-029-270200-
/O.CON.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.000000T0000Z-260327T0200Z/
Jefferson OH-Washington PA-Brooke WV-Hancock WV-
927 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
...SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT FOR
SOUTHEASTERN JEFFERSON OH, SOUTHWESTERN WASHINGTON, BROOKE AND
HANCOCK COUNTIES...
At 927 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Steubenville,
moving east at 55 mph.
HAZARD...Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail
damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind
damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
Locations impacted include...
Weirton, Steubenville, Washington, Canonsburg, Wellsburg, Avella,
Cecil-Bishop, Wintersville, Mingo Junction, Follansbee, Wolfdale,
McGovern, Hooverson Heights, East Washington, Houston, Bethany,
Smithfield, Claysville, Franklin and Hickory.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from
windows. This storm is capable of producing damaging winds and large
hail.
Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning is one of natures leading killers. Remember, if you can
hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for
portions of east central Ohio, southwest Pennsylvania, and the
northern panhandle of West Virginia.
&&
LAT...LON 4021 8066 4026 8078 4037 8080 4043 8068
4030 8013 4020 8019 4018 8020 4006 8027
4016 8052 4016 8053
TIME...MOT...LOC 0113Z 288DEG 47KT 4039 8087
HAIL THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...1.50 IN
WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX WIND GUST...60 MPH
$$
AK
Action: Continued Issued At: 2026-03-26 20:27:35
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Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA
927 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
OHC019-067-WVC069-270137-
/O.CAN.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.000000T0000Z-260327T0200Z/
Carroll OH-Harrison OH-Ohio WV-
927 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
...SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING IS CANCELLED FOR SOUTHEASTERN CARROLL,
NORTHEASTERN HARRISON AND OHIO COUNTIES...
The storm which prompted the warning has moved out of the area.
Therefore, the warning has been cancelled.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for
portions of east central Ohio and the northern panhandle of West
Virginia.
&&
LAT...LON 4021 8066 4026 8078 4037 8080 4043 8068
4030 8013 4020 8019 4018 8020 4006 8027
4016 8052 4016 8053
TIME...MOT...LOC 0113Z 288DEG 47KT 4039 8087
$$
OHC081-PAC125-WVC009-029-270200-
/O.CON.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.000000T0000Z-260327T0200Z/
Jefferson OH-Washington PA-Brooke WV-Hancock WV-
927 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
...SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT FOR
SOUTHEASTERN JEFFERSON OH, SOUTHWESTERN WASHINGTON, BROOKE AND
HANCOCK COUNTIES...
At 927 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Steubenville,
moving east at 55 mph.
HAZARD...Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail
damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind
damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
Locations impacted include...
Weirton, Steubenville, Washington, Canonsburg, Wellsburg, Avella,
Cecil-Bishop, Wintersville, Mingo Junction, Follansbee, Wolfdale,
McGovern, Hooverson Heights, East Washington, Houston, Bethany,
Smithfield, Claysville, Franklin and Hickory.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from
windows. This storm is capable of producing damaging winds and large
hail.
Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning is one of natures leading killers. Remember, if you can
hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for
portions of east central Ohio, southwest Pennsylvania, and the
northern panhandle of West Virginia.
&&
LAT...LON 4021 8066 4026 8078 4037 8080 4043 8068
4030 8013 4020 8019 4018 8020 4006 8027
4016 8052 4016 8053
TIME...MOT...LOC 0113Z 288DEG 47KT 4039 8087
HAIL THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...1.50 IN
WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX WIND GUST...60 MPH
$$
AK
Action: Continued Issued At: 2026-03-26 20:35:05
547
WWUS51 KPBZ 270134
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Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA
934 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
WVC029-270144-
/O.CAN.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.000000T0000Z-260327T0200Z/
Hancock WV-
934 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
...SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING IS CANCELLED FOR HANCOCK COUNTY...
The storm which prompted the warning has moved out of the area.
Therefore, the warning has been cancelled.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for a
portion of the northern panhandle of West Virginia.
&&
LAT...LON 4021 8066 4025 8071 4034 8068 4039 8058
4030 8013 4020 8019 4018 8020 4006 8027
4016 8052 4017 8054
TIME...MOT...LOC 0127Z 288DEG 47KT 4033 8065
$$
OHC081-PAC125-WVC009-270200-
/O.CON.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.000000T0000Z-260327T0200Z/
Jefferson OH-Washington PA-Brooke WV-
934 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
...SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT FOR
SOUTHEASTERN JEFFERSON OH, SOUTHWESTERN WASHINGTON AND BROOKE
COUNTIES...
At 934 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Hooverson
Heights, or near Avella, moving east at 55 mph.
HAZARD...Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE...Public reported 1 inch hail in Wintersville.
IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail
damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind
damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
Locations impacted include...
Weirton, Steubenville, Washington, Canonsburg, Wellsburg, Avella,
Cecil-Bishop, Mingo Junction, Follansbee, Wolfdale, McGovern,
Hooverson Heights, East Washington, Houston, Bethany, Claysville,
Franklin, Hickory, Beech Bottom and Brilliant.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from
windows. This storm is capable of producing damaging winds and has
produced large hail.
Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning is one of natures leading killers. Remember, if you can
hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for
portions of east central Ohio, southwest Pennsylvania, and the
northern panhandle of West Virginia.
&&
LAT...LON 4021 8066 4025 8071 4034 8068 4039 8058
4030 8013 4020 8019 4018 8020 4006 8027
4016 8052 4017 8054
TIME...MOT...LOC 0127Z 288DEG 47KT 4033 8065
HAIL THREAT...OBSERVED
MAX HAIL SIZE...1.50 IN
WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX WIND GUST...60 MPH
$$
AK
Action: Cancelled Issued At: 2026-03-26 20:35:05
547
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Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA
934 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
WVC029-270144-
/O.CAN.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.000000T0000Z-260327T0200Z/
Hancock WV-
934 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
...SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING IS CANCELLED FOR HANCOCK COUNTY...
The storm which prompted the warning has moved out of the area.
Therefore, the warning has been cancelled.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for a
portion of the northern panhandle of West Virginia.
&&
LAT...LON 4021 8066 4025 8071 4034 8068 4039 8058
4030 8013 4020 8019 4018 8020 4006 8027
4016 8052 4017 8054
TIME...MOT...LOC 0127Z 288DEG 47KT 4033 8065
$$
OHC081-PAC125-WVC009-270200-
/O.CON.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.000000T0000Z-260327T0200Z/
Jefferson OH-Washington PA-Brooke WV-
934 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
...SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT FOR
SOUTHEASTERN JEFFERSON OH, SOUTHWESTERN WASHINGTON AND BROOKE
COUNTIES...
At 934 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Hooverson
Heights, or near Avella, moving east at 55 mph.
HAZARD...Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE...Public reported 1 inch hail in Wintersville.
IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail
damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind
damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
Locations impacted include...
Weirton, Steubenville, Washington, Canonsburg, Wellsburg, Avella,
Cecil-Bishop, Mingo Junction, Follansbee, Wolfdale, McGovern,
Hooverson Heights, East Washington, Houston, Bethany, Claysville,
Franklin, Hickory, Beech Bottom and Brilliant.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from
windows. This storm is capable of producing damaging winds and has
produced large hail.
Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning is one of natures leading killers. Remember, if you can
hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for
portions of east central Ohio, southwest Pennsylvania, and the
northern panhandle of West Virginia.
&&
LAT...LON 4021 8066 4025 8071 4034 8068 4039 8058
4030 8013 4020 8019 4018 8020 4006 8027
4016 8052 4017 8054
TIME...MOT...LOC 0127Z 288DEG 47KT 4033 8065
HAIL THREAT...OBSERVED
MAX HAIL SIZE...1.50 IN
WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX WIND GUST...60 MPH
$$
AK
Action: Cancelled Issued At: 2026-03-26 20:44:35
801
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Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA
944 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
OHC081-270154-
/O.CAN.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.000000T0000Z-260327T0200Z/
Jefferson OH-
944 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
...SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING IS CANCELLED FOR SOUTHEASTERN
JEFFERSON OH COUNTY...
The storm which prompted the warning has moved out of the area.
Therefore, the warning has been cancelled.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for a
portion of east central Ohio.
&&
LAT...LON 4034 8052 4037 8048 4030 8013 4008 8026
4021 8056 4031 8056
TIME...MOT...LOC 0134Z 289DEG 47KT 4029 8053
$$
PAC125-WVC009-270200-
/O.CON.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.000000T0000Z-260327T0200Z/
Washington PA-Brooke WV-
944 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
...SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT FOR
WEST CENTRAL WASHINGTON AND BROOKE COUNTIES...
At 944 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Avella, moving
east at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE...Public reported. 1 inch hail reported in Mingo Junction.
IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail
damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind
damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
Locations impacted include...
Washington, Canonsburg, Avella, Cecil-Bishop, Wolfdale, McGovern,
East Washington, Houston, Bethany, Franklin, Hickory, Taylorstown,
West Middletown, Green Hills, Atlasburg and Meadow Lands.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from
windows. This storm is capable of producing damaging winds and has
produced large hail.
Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning is one of natures leading killers. Remember, if you can
hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for
portions of southwest Pennsylvania and the northern panhandle of West
Virginia.
&&
LAT...LON 4034 8052 4037 8048 4030 8013 4008 8026
4021 8056 4031 8056
TIME...MOT...LOC 0134Z 289DEG 41KT 4031 8057
HAIL THREAT...OBSERVED
MAX HAIL SIZE...1.50 IN
WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX WIND GUST...60 MPH
$$
AK
Action: Continued Issued At: 2026-03-26 20:44:35
801
WWUS51 KPBZ 270144
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Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA
944 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
OHC081-270154-
/O.CAN.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.000000T0000Z-260327T0200Z/
Jefferson OH-
944 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
...SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING IS CANCELLED FOR SOUTHEASTERN
JEFFERSON OH COUNTY...
The storm which prompted the warning has moved out of the area.
Therefore, the warning has been cancelled.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for a
portion of east central Ohio.
&&
LAT...LON 4034 8052 4037 8048 4030 8013 4008 8026
4021 8056 4031 8056
TIME...MOT...LOC 0134Z 289DEG 47KT 4029 8053
$$
PAC125-WVC009-270200-
/O.CON.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.000000T0000Z-260327T0200Z/
Washington PA-Brooke WV-
944 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
...SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT FOR
WEST CENTRAL WASHINGTON AND BROOKE COUNTIES...
At 944 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Avella, moving
east at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE...Public reported. 1 inch hail reported in Mingo Junction.
IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail
damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind
damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
Locations impacted include...
Washington, Canonsburg, Avella, Cecil-Bishop, Wolfdale, McGovern,
East Washington, Houston, Bethany, Franklin, Hickory, Taylorstown,
West Middletown, Green Hills, Atlasburg and Meadow Lands.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from
windows. This storm is capable of producing damaging winds and has
produced large hail.
Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning is one of natures leading killers. Remember, if you can
hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for
portions of southwest Pennsylvania and the northern panhandle of West
Virginia.
&&
LAT...LON 4034 8052 4037 8048 4030 8013 4008 8026
4021 8056 4031 8056
TIME...MOT...LOC 0134Z 289DEG 41KT 4031 8057
HAIL THREAT...OBSERVED
MAX HAIL SIZE...1.50 IN
WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX WIND GUST...60 MPH
$$
AK
Action: Cancelled Issued At: 2026-03-26 20:49:35
928
WWUS51 KPBZ 270149
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Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA
949 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
WVC009-270159-
/O.CAN.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.000000T0000Z-260327T0200Z/
Brooke WV-
949 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
...SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING IS CANCELLED FOR BROOKE COUNTY...
The storm which prompted the warning has moved out of the area.
Therefore, the warning has been cancelled.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for a
portion of the northern panhandle of West Virginia.
&&
LAT...LON 4030 8015 4030 8013 4008 8026 4019 8051
4029 8048 4036 8041
TIME...MOT...LOC 0144Z 289DEG 41KT 4027 8043
$$
PAC125-270200-
/O.CON.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.000000T0000Z-260327T0200Z/
Washington PA-
949 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
...SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT FOR
WEST CENTRAL WASHINGTON COUNTY...
At 949 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles northwest of
Wolfdale, or 5 miles east of Avella, moving east at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE...Emergency Manager reported 1/2 inch hail in Hooverson
Heights.
IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail
damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind
damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
Locations impacted include...
Washington, Canonsburg, Avella, Cecil-Bishop, Wolfdale, McGovern,
East Washington, Houston, Hickory, Taylorstown, West Middletown,
Green Hills, Meadow Lands, Atlasburg and Slovan.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from
windows. This storm is capable of producing damaging winds and has
produced large hail.
Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning is one of natures leading killers. Remember, if you can
hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for a
portion of southwest Pennsylvania.
&&
LAT...LON 4030 8015 4030 8013 4008 8026 4019 8051
4029 8048 4036 8041
TIME...MOT...LOC 0144Z 288DEG 41KT 4027 8044
HAIL THREAT...OBSERVED
MAX HAIL SIZE...1.50 IN
WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX WIND GUST...60 MPH
$$
AK
Action: Continued Issued At: 2026-03-26 20:49:35
928
WWUS51 KPBZ 270149
SVSPBZ
Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA
949 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
WVC009-270159-
/O.CAN.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.000000T0000Z-260327T0200Z/
Brooke WV-
949 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
...SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING IS CANCELLED FOR BROOKE COUNTY...
The storm which prompted the warning has moved out of the area.
Therefore, the warning has been cancelled.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for a
portion of the northern panhandle of West Virginia.
&&
LAT...LON 4030 8015 4030 8013 4008 8026 4019 8051
4029 8048 4036 8041
TIME...MOT...LOC 0144Z 289DEG 41KT 4027 8043
$$
PAC125-270200-
/O.CON.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.000000T0000Z-260327T0200Z/
Washington PA-
949 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
...SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT FOR
WEST CENTRAL WASHINGTON COUNTY...
At 949 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles northwest of
Wolfdale, or 5 miles east of Avella, moving east at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE...Emergency Manager reported 1/2 inch hail in Hooverson
Heights.
IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail
damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind
damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
Locations impacted include...
Washington, Canonsburg, Avella, Cecil-Bishop, Wolfdale, McGovern,
East Washington, Houston, Hickory, Taylorstown, West Middletown,
Green Hills, Meadow Lands, Atlasburg and Slovan.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from
windows. This storm is capable of producing damaging winds and has
produced large hail.
Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning is one of natures leading killers. Remember, if you can
hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for a
portion of southwest Pennsylvania.
&&
LAT...LON 4030 8015 4030 8013 4008 8026 4019 8051
4029 8048 4036 8041
TIME...MOT...LOC 0144Z 288DEG 41KT 4027 8044
HAIL THREAT...OBSERVED
MAX HAIL SIZE...1.50 IN
WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX WIND GUST...60 MPH
$$
AK
Action: Cancelled Issued At: 2026-03-26 20:53:05
978
WWUS51 KPBZ 270152
SVSPBZ
Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA
952 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
PAC125-270202-
/O.CAN.KPBZ.SV.W.0054.000000T0000Z-260327T0200Z/
Washington PA-
952 PM EDT Thu Mar 26 2026
...SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING IS CANCELLED FOR WEST CENTRAL
WASHINGTON COUNTY...
The Severe Thunderstorm Warning that was previously in effect has
been reissued for Washington County and is in effect until 1030 PM
EDT. Please refer to that bulletin for the latest severe weather
information.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT Thursday for a
portion of southwest Pennsylvania.
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LAT...LON 4030 8015 4030 8013 4008 8026 4019 8051
4029 8048 4036 8041
TIME...MOT...LOC 0149Z 288DEG 41KT 4026 8036
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