Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 3:21AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 12:21am
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 1:15am
Description:
At 318 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms 10 miles northwest of Nashville, moving northeast at
60 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Rocky Mount, Roanoke Rapids, Nashville, Louisburg, Warrenton,
Norlina, Dortches, Littleton, Bunn, and Red Oak.
Instruction:
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:
Vance; Warren; Halifax; Franklin; Nash
Forcast Office:
NWS Raleigh NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov