Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 6 at 12:46PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 6, 2026 - 9:46am
Expires:
July 6, 2026 - 10:15am
Description:
At 1246 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms over Makatoka, or 8 miles north of Shallotte, moving
northeast at 15 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...
Makatoka, Exum, and Honey Island.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Columbus; Inland Brunswick
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov