Headline:
Tornado Warning issued July 28 at 7:27PM EDT until July 28 at 7:45PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 28, 2026 - 4:27pm
Expires:
July 28, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 727 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Graham, moving southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
This dangerous storm will be near...
Mebane around 730 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Cane
Creek Reservoir, Saxapahaw, and Swepsonville.
This includes Interstate 40 between Mile Markers 150 and 155.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Area Description:
Alamance, NC; Orange, NC
Forcast Office:
NWS Raleigh NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov