Headline:
Tornado Warning issued October 11 at 9:08AM EDT until October 11 at 9:30AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
October 11, 2026 - 6:08am
Expires:
October 11, 2026 - 6:30am
Description:
At 907 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Ansonville, or 12 miles northwest of Wadesboro,
moving northeast at 30 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...
Ansonville around 915 AM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Uwharrie Haven, Norwood, Lake Tillery, Mount Gilead, and Polkton.
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.
If a tornado or other severe weather is spotted, report it to the
National Weather Service or your local nearest law enforcement agency
who will send your report. This act may save lives of others in the
path of dangerous weather.
Area Description:
Anson, NC; Montgomery, NC; Richmond, NC; Stanly, NC
Forcast Office:
NWS Raleigh NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov