Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 7 at 6:32PM EST by NWS Morristown TN
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 7, 2026 - 3:32pm
Expires:
March 7, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 632 PM EST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles south of Hampton, or 11 miles south of Elizabethton, moving
east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size 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...
Hampton, Unicoi, Roane Mountain State Park, Neva, Hampton Creek Cove
State Park, Limestone Cove, Elk Mills, and Roan Mountain.
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:
Johnson; Unicoi; Southeast Carter
Forcast Office:
NWS Morristown TN
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov