Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 28 at 3:06PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 28, 2026 - 12:06pm
Expires:
May 28, 2026 - 12:30pm
Description:
At 306 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Freeman, or 17 miles west of Leland, moving southeast 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...
Sandyfield, Batarora, Bishop, Town Creek, Freeman, Honey Island,
Delco, Winnabow, Riegelwood, Bolton, and Sandy Creek.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
Columbus; Inland Brunswick
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov