Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 7 at 4:54PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 7, 2026 - 1:54pm
Expires:
July 7, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 454 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
capable of producing a landspout near Stumpy Point. This thunderstorm
was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Landspouts and wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Gusty winds
could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured
objects.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of central Dare
County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Area Description:
Mainland Dare
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov