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WSET ABC 13 covers news, sports and weather in the Heart of Virginia: Lynchburg, Danville and Roanoke and nearby communities including Amherst, Lexington, Cave Spring, Blacksburg, Martinsville, Farmville, North Shore, Glasgow, Altavista, Gretna, Chatham, Blairs, Bassett, Rocky Mt, Penhook, Moneta and Buena Vista
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Weather Alert Friday as excessive heat continues, Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued
1+ week, 1+ day ago (235+ words) LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The excessive heat that set records on Thursday remains for Friday, and the threat of storms has increased. The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the area until 9 p.m. The watch means there…...
Storm damage leaves thousands without power across Lynchburg
1+ mon, 21+ hour ago (17+ words) WSET Storm damage leaves thousands without power across Lynchburg...
Map shows Monday's storm damage reports across Central Virginia
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (243+ words) (WSET) — Here's a map of severe weather/wind damage reports from Monday. This map does not contain all local storm reports, but it will give you a good idea where the highest number of damage reports are clustered. Monday’s storms…...
Lynchburg sees fewer 90-degree days this summer, despite first 100-degree days since 2012
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (178+ words) LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — One of our viewers reached out to me asking how many 90-degree days we have observed this year compared to previous years. I put this chart together to show you where we stand through Wednesday, August 5. This…...
God's Pit Crew helps West Virginia families begin rebuilding after devastating floods
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (269+ words) (WSET) — As recovery continues in flood-ravaged Weston, West Virginia, volunteers with God's Pit Crew are stepping in to help families begin the long process of rebuilding. Teams are spending their days gutting flooded homes, setting up fans and dehumidifiers, removing…...
Redemption Church helps Southside beat the heat with cooling center
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (171+ words) DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — As extreme heat continues across the region, several organizations are opening their doors to help people stay safe. When temperatures climb this high, finding a cool place isn't just about comfort—it can help prevent heat-related illnesses…...
Gov. Spanberger urges Virginians to stay aware as the temperatures rise
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (179+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (WSET) — Ahead of the heat this week and throughout the holiday weekend, Governor Abigail Spanberger is urging Virginians across the Commonwealth to prepare for extremely hot and humid conditions. According to the National Weather Service, Virginia is expecting…...