North Carolina Extreme Tornado Warning | Effective 07/28/2026 17:26

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued July 28 at 8:26PM EDT until July 28 at 8:45PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
July 28, 2026 - 5:26pm
Expires: 
July 28, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description: 
At 825 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Hillsborough, moving east at 35 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. Locations impacted include... Rougemont, Lake Michie, Bahama, and Schley.
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: 
Durham, NC; Orange, NC
Forcast Office: 
NWS Raleigh NC
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov